I believe by working together we can eliminate the barriers to effective communication and begin earning your respect and trust. For example, I will convene an Air Quality Task Force of interested community groups, parents, subject matter experts, and members of the district staff, to make sure things are done right. State law requires that all schools have an active SIC, with parents, teachers and students as full partners, to develop the school's strategic plan. It may surprise many readers that SICs have the same authority that parents have in state-sanctioned charter schools. Many parents do not realize the policy governance clout that parents and faculty members should have in their schools.
Middle schools are a major concern.
This is not only a local problem, but a state and national problem, too. Improving middle schools has been a focus of the school board, as stated in the Education Plan, before my arrival. For example, this year instructional coaches have been added. Raising the Bar for Student achievement in Middle School. At the high school level, some parents and teachers are frustrated with the 4 by 4 block scheduling.