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| About Cheshire Public Schools |
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The Cheshire Public Schools extends a warm welcome and a sincere invitation to all members of the Cheshire community, as well as to those who are considering a move to Cheshire, to visit our schools and to participate as an active partner for educational excellence.
Cheshire enjoys a well-deserved reputation for excellence throughout all of our programs from early childhood through grade 12. We strive for continued excellence of our programs through constant review and analysis and through thoughtful efforts to strengthen programming so that our children are prepared to meet the challenges they will face in the new millennium. We hope you will become familiar with our schools and participate in our programs, as we, together, assure the finest possible educational opportunities for all of Cheshire’s youth.
We can continue our tradition of excellence only with your help and participation. Please become a partner with us in working towards educational excellence. |
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| The Cheshire Public Schools, in partnership with families and the community, will prepare students to meet the challenges of a changing, global society by providing high quality educational opportunities that inspire lifelong learning. |
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Teaching and Learning
In order for our students to attain challenging levels of achievement, our goal is to use evidence and best practices to: 1) assess the impact of curriculum and instruction on student learning, 2) develop, revise, implement, and evaluate high quality curriculum, 3) coordinate and evaluate professional development and induction experiences, and 4) provide supervision and evaluation.
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Collaboration and Communication
In order to foster a constructive learning community that encourages high levels of effort, respect, and motivation, the Cheshire Public Schools will promote dialogue and collaboration with all members of the Cheshire community. |
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Resource Acquisition and Allocation
In order to support educational excellence and maximize teaching and learning opportunities, our goals are to use resources effectively: to provide functional, technology-rich, well-maintained facilities; and to recruit and retain the highest quality staff possible. |
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- We believe in the importance of respecting the individuality of each person.
- We believe each student deserves to be challenged to achieve at his/her highest level.
- We believe respect, integrity, character, and high standards of behavior are the foundations of a positive learning environment.
- We believe that personal responsibility by the student is necessary for the success of the learning process.
- We believe educational excellence depends on shared goals and high Expectations for achievement by the school community.
- We believe the partnership of parents, students, staff, and community is critical to student success.
- We believe a safe, caring, positive learning environment is essential.
- We believe financial support is essential to operational success.
- We believe effective communication is necessary for a healthy school system.
- We believe a strong curriculum promotes lifelong learning in an ever-changing environment.
- We believe development of citizenship, service, and leadership is integral to the education experience.
- We believe, fundamental for all education, is the acquisition of the basic skills of reading, writing and mathematics.
- We believe it is imperative that all members of the partnership be accountable to each other in order to achieve our shared goals which are based on these core beliefs.
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| VISION - Our Vision for the Cheshire Public Schools includes: |
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- A curriculum built on a foundation of sound basic skills that promotes lifelong learning, critical
thinking, and global awareness.
- High standards of achievement for all and recognition of individual differences.
- High-quality, effective, and varied teaching and learning strategies that challenge students while
addressing the unique needs of each student.
- A learning environment that promotes respect, trust, and self-esteem, and is safe and free from
alcohol, drugs, and violence.
- Classrooms in which learning is inspired and celebrated.
- A balanced recognition and celebration of achievements.
- Interaction that mutually benefits all community members.
- Effective communication within the school culture and to the greater community.
- Learning environments that extend beyond the school.
- Appropriate state and local funding to support the community’s goals of educational excellence.
- Creative funding to supplement state and local tax dollars.
- High-quality, technology-rich, well-maintained facilities that accommodate increasing enrollment.
- Rich tradition, innovative thinking, and the courage to change.
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