Pathway to Progress

Goals and Objectives 2007-2010

Goal 1: To enhance teaching and learning and improve student achievement and well being

• Develop a K-12 support plan for students at risk academically, emotionally and socially.
• Provide professional development across the curriculum that supports standards-based curriculum, differentiated instruction, and assesment.
• Create and implement curriculum maps across the K-12 curriculum.

Goal 2: To increase community support for Palmer Public Schools

• Increase student participation in community outreach activities.
• Create a K-12 district council of representatives from all school support groups.
• Institute a structure and process for public awareness of all school needs.
• Enhance community service programs as a graduation requirement.

Goal 3: To upgrade and maintain the physical plants to provide safe, modern facilities for learning

• Provide security for after school hours at the high school for school and community use.
• Evaluate current and future facilities needs.
• Assess and upgrade annually the preventative maintenance program for school facilities.

Goal 4: Maintain current and future integration of technology into all aspects of the school district

• Integrate information technology and technology standards across the curriculum.
• Assess and upgrade all technology resources on an annual basis.
• Expand equal access to technology resources for all students and staff.

Guiding Beliefs

• Education is a partnership among school, home, and the community
• All children can learn
• Learning is a life-long process
• Every student deserves equal access to a well-rounded education
• Education occurs in an atmosphere of respect and responsibility
• Students have the right to a safe environment
• Education is responsive to change

Our schools work!

We are a partnership among school, home, and community. We empower all learners to succeed, contribute, and thrive in their communities.

Our students realize their maximum potential in a safe atmosphere built on respect and responsibility.

Our students are ready for life and learning!