[Author’s Name]
[Institution’s Name]
Essay on Elements that Improve Student Achievement
Figuring out exactly what you want in a school is not a simple task. From the day a child starts school he is learning ABCs, math, science, character, beliefs, etc. He is laying the foundation for the person he will be as an adult. When you imagine the ideal school for your child, you may picture colorful classrooms, dynamic teachers and a variety of extracurricular programs.
Seeking visionary and dynamic individuals to serve as educational leaders in schools, who are highly motivated, exceptional, result oriented professionals and committed to high standards of performance and achievement by both students and educators is the foremost aim of our school.
Prioritizing the curriculum
We, as professional, caring educators, will provide a relevant, integrated curriculum. The curriculum is rigorous, intentional, and aligned to state and local standards. The teacher facilitates the learning process through a variety of approaches. These include investigation, direct instruction, and review, which help students to discover, understand, and apply the content and processes of the curriculum.
Teachers are expected to know the content and common vocabulary of the programs offered, be familiar with state and national standards and current methods, and have a clear vision of what is to be accomplished.
- The curriculum is well defined and taught by all.
- A coordinated scope and sequence is agreed upon and taught by every teacher and aide.
- There is direct alignment between curriculum and assessment.
- Reading is the number one priority in the curriculum.
- The curriculum is integrated and taught thematically.
- Reading is taught early in the school day.
- Homework is coordinated with reading instruction and involves parents in the reading process.
- The curriculum is integrated with technology..........
