Low performing schools receive assistance and when necessary the district takes responsibility to create better options for students. Schools make hiring, budget and program decisions. Parents and students can choose schools and have access to alternative delivery systems. The school board, district administration and employee representatives articulate and model shared values. District leaders seek regular feedback from students, staff members, and parents regarding the learning climate.
Business partnerships support high expectations and provide work-based learning opportunities.
Community communications builds support for the improvement agenda. Learning opportunities for staff members include school-based professional development and time for the instructional staff to analyze data, target efforts and solve problems. Partnerships with schools of education improve teacher preparation and induction. Teachers have access to on-line standards, activities, content, assessment, and management tools. Home Bringing innovations in health and learning to the global community.