Standard+1-+Purpose+and+Direction

=**Standard 1: Purpose and Direction**= =//The school maintains and communicates a purpose and direction that commit to high//= =//expectations for learning as well as shared values and beliefs about teaching and learning.//=

The school engages in a systematic, inclusive, and comprehensive process to review, revise, and communicate a school purpose for student success.
 * Indicator 1.1**

The school’s process for review, revision, and communication of the vision and mission are posted throughout the building, on websites, newsletters, and other formalized communications that are sent regularly to all stakeholders. It clearly focuses upon student success. The process of developing the school’s purpose has been documented via meeting minutes, photos, email discussion, and survey results. The annual report, student handbook, and student survey results also support the school purpose.
 * Level: 3**
 * Evidence/ Proof/ Validation of our rating** (500 characters only!):

The school leadership and staff commit to a culture that is based on shared values and beliefs about teaching and learning and supports challenging, equitable educational programs and learning experiences for all students that include achievement of learning, thinking, and life skills.
 * Indicator 1.2**

As a result of shared seminar practices, a weekly published D/F list, weekly SST meetings and the formation of ICU, the school has demonstrated a dedication to the importance of all students’ success and learning. Staff is committed to best instuctional practices as evidenced by their participation in Professional Learning Teams and weekly technology training days which focus on developing skills and practices directly related to the the school’s vision statement and instructional goals.
 * Level: 3**
 * Evidence/ Proof/ Validation of our rating** (500 characters only!):

The school’s leadership implements a continuous improvement process that provides clear direction for improving conditions that support student learning.
 * Indicator 1.3**


 * Level: 3**
 * Evidence/ Proof/ Validation of our rating** (500 characters only!):

We are growing in our use a documented, systematic continuous improvement process for improving student learning and the conditions that support learning. By the end of second semester all will fully implement defined strategies and have data to analyze. The challenge is to continue to improve the conditions support learning. All teachers are engaged in regularly scheduled Professional Learning Teams which support our continued commitment to a shared focus on student achievement.