Allegheny-Clarion Valley School District Comprehensive Planning Meeting

1. Allegheny-Clarion Valley School DistrictComprehensive Planning Meeting January 13, 2013

2. Meeting Agenda • Review Current: Mission, Vision, Shared Values, and Goals • Discussion: Mission, Vision, Shared Values, or Goals? • Activity: Develop the new Mission, Vision, Shared Values, or Goals • 1 hour

3. Mission Statement To provide quality education and create a learning environment that engages all students in lifelong learning for an ever changing world.

4. Vision Statement With the participation and support of all stakeholders, the students of Allegheny-Clarion Valley School District will: • Make a collaborative effort to promote a positive attitude • Develop characteristics that promote self sufficiency • Use technology responsibly and effectively • Develop communication and interpersonal skills

5. Shared Values The Allegheny-Clarion Valley School District community believes that people of character consistently demonstrate and act on the following values: • Environmental Awareness • Innovation • Entrepreneurial Spirit • Self Discipline • Integrity • Work Ethic • Citizenship

6. Goals 1. The graduation rate will increase from 92% toward100%. 2. Students will achieve proficient and advanced levels in mathematics at or above state percentage requirements. 3. Students will achieve proficient and advanced levels in reading at or above state percentage requirements. 4. Students will use technology as a tool to make informed decisions leading to high academic standards aligned with 21st century skills.

7. Comprehensive Planning A-C Valley is a “Phase 3” school district Strategic Planning Committee School Administration

8. Proposed Mission Statement • A-C Valley, in conjunction with the community, will ensure a comprehensive education in a personalized environment that prepares our students to be literate, innovative, analytical problem solvers, who become career-oriented and responsible citizens ready for the challenges of a diverse world.

9. Working Vision Statement • Vision Statement • School Environment • A-C Valley will provide a safe, respectful, and inviting educational environment through: • Positive interaction between staff and students. • Continuous technology updates. • Academic rigor and relevance. • Appropriate student to teacher ratio necessary to allow for quality instruction. • Consistent policies of attendance and discipline in the belief that these are essential. • Academic Performance • All A-C Valley students will: • Meet high academic standards through a coordinated K-12 curriculum. • Help contribute to and maintain a safe and positive learning environment. • Ensure and respect the rights of others. • Develop a career plan and pathway to help transition to their next steps beyond high school. • All staff will: • Offer a safe and positive learning environment. • Interact positively and communicate appropriately with all students, parents and others. • Offer a comprehensive, coordinated curriculum. • Provide opportunities for extended application of learning beyond the classroom. • Provide prompt feedback to students and parents. • Make full and efficient use of instructional time. • In order to accomplish our vision, A-C Valley will: • Continuously and consciously strive to pursue our vision. • Make all decisions based on what is best for students and education. • Value staff participation in the decision making process. • Provide staff and students the resources necessary to achieve our vision. • Support an ongoing process of continuous staff development. • Communicate appropriately and honestly while working cooperatively within the district and community. • Recognize and celebrate student and staff accomplishments.

10. Next Meeting Date? • Date: February11, 2014 • Time: 3:30 PM • Location: LGI

11. “The mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be kindled.” ― Plutarch