Attributes or Characteristics of the Craftsbury School System
(Verbatim notes from Stakeholder meeting Wednesday January 7, 2010)
Academics
Be able to read, write, speak intelligently. Know how to learn to function.
Problem solving.
Love learning by hands on activities - - experience vs rote.
Strong science math for job market.
Feel they are challenged, aim high.
Have high expectations of self.
Theory vs Practice need balance.
Learn practical technical skills (21st century).
Understanding civic duties.
Involvement in community.
Have strong sense of place in Vermont/environment, community.
Promote Phys ed in varied ways.
Math in a setting that is practical.
Fine arts.
Balance of curricula, - arts, creative activities.
Engage teachers w/students and activities.
Use events in community to inspire students to participate w/all students.
All students can have access to all events.
Out of classroom learning.
Involve community volunteers. Good role models and inspiration for students.
Involve older students w/smaller ones.
Exposure to other larger cultural environments.
Good technical opportunities.
Public speaking. Comfort expressing self.
Use technology to expand academics.
Use other experts outside schools.
Focus on individual achievements/learning.
Confident students.
Block schedule.
Environmental literacy.
Globally informed.
Advocacy- team up w/others with similar issues.
Mater teachers w/passion - - know how to teach.
Quality administration.
Accountability top to bottom.
Committed.
Accreditation.
Exposure to greater diversity at higher grade levels.
Alternative Models
Cross grade interaction - - both ways, mutual respect.
Web 2.0 (expanded curriculum through technology.
Individualized approach in small community centers with resources.
Confidence building through cognitive skills w/Sterling college (e.g. Earthwalk Village School in Plainfield.)
Out of Classroom learning.
Block scheduling.
Student exchanges.
Intergenerational respect.
Professional Learning, community. (teacher training).
Privatizatioin.
Attract students from away.
Perhaps offer innovative online courses for students to attend virtually.
Cooperation within Supervisory Union.
Virtual school district (would it be possible to form one?)
Share expert teachers.
Human connections maintained.
Hybrid, balance between face to face and virtual.
Pilot Program.
Move toward greater interaction with neighboring towns.
(within Supervisory Union) thereby increase numbers and creating strengths as well as benefits.
Economics
Attractive facilities.
Quality Leadership.
Accountability.
Strong Staff.
Corporate Sponsorships to develop specific programs e.g. Teton Science School.
Cost does not place under burden on residents.
Cost of Programs affordable.
State and Federal Constraints.
Private School.
Running Public School Like Business.
Feasibility Study.
Feasibility of on-line School District.
Enough students to make it work economically.
Cost and benefits involved with OSSU.
Great teachers.
Exciting Programs.
Quality Leadership and
Staff.
Positive School Environment.
Events Highlighting what Students have accomplished
Access to activities.
Community volunteers/role models- mentors.
Preparation for world outside of Vermont.
Public Speaking.
Math and Science.
Utilize on line lessons.
Individual approach with work and access.
Confidence in our graduates.
Students aware of world events and politics.
Advocacy- one person making difference.
Basics.
Problem solving.
Love of Learning.
Preparation for job market.
Being challenged.
Self motivated.
Book Learning vs hands on.
Practical computer skills.
Civic minded students local and world.
Sense of place in environment.
Non traditional Physical education.
Balanced curriculum.
Feasibility Study.
Good grant writer or two.
Regionalization.
Economical/attractive.
Sufficient student numbers for critical mass.
What would it cost to not be part of Supervisory Union?
What are benefits, cost benefit analysis?
Parking Lot
Bring other models here.
What is hindering using alternative models - - involve locals with alternatives.
Do feasibility study of some alternative models.
Virtual school districts, share teach resources. Share experts.
Cost benefit analysis of supervisory union.
Compare current system to other alternatives.
