Worth County School District Purpose

To ensure a quality education for all students leading to graduation and productive citizenship.

Direction

• Our direction for the Worth County School District is for our graduation rate to reach 80% or above, and for students to meet or exceed established accountability measures.

•  We will achieve this direction by providing high expectations, a relevant and rigorous curriculum, data driven standards-based instructional practices, appropriate interventions, and celebrations of success as we move forward.

•  As a result of our success we will attract and retain high quality teachers, provide a foundation for community economic growth, and prepare graduates for post-secondary success.

Beliefs

• All students can learn and are unique learners;

• Education is a shared responsibility of the student, home, school and community;

• Schools should maintain a safe and structured learning environment;

• All students should meet or exceed educational standards provided by a rigorous and relevant curriculum;

• All decisions should be driven by accurate and relevant data;

• College and career readiness activities prepare  students for the future workforce;

• Students engaged in co- and extra-curricular activities perform better;

• Readily accessible technology resources improve teaching and learning;

• The system should employ and retain highly qualified personnel who demonstrate a high degree of professionalism;

• Job embedded professional learning results in improved instruction and increased student achievement;

• Prompt and regular attendance by all leads to improved performance;

• Effective and open communication is essential for the achievement of educational goals.