Transcript CHARTER SCHOOL MOVEMENT IN PENNSYLVANIA

CHARTER SCHOOL
MOVEMENT
IN PENNSYLVANIA
Last night I was a dreamer,
today I am an inventor.
If I can dream it, I can imagine
it.
If I can imagine it, I can create
it.
By caring for each other and
working together,
we make our world and our
community an exceptional
place to be!
–…Charter School Inventors' Pledge
Mission & Goals
The mission of the …Charter School is to provide students with the
academic, social, and emotional foundations and skills necessary
to become high achieving, socially competent stewards of their
communities. The founders of the …Charter school will ensure a
commitment to lifelong learning and achievement of all our
students by creating an atmosphere of caring that pervades
every aspect of school life, and promotes attachment to and
responsibility for all members of our school community.
The staff works closely together to create an integrated
curriculum, real-world learning experiences, and an inclusive,
cooperative learning environment. … is community-centered. We
focus on bringing the community into the classroom, and
encourage students to use their knowledge for community
development. We believe in servicing the entire student, and
work towards not only academic achievement, but social and
emotional growth as well. We believe that learning does not stop
at the end of the school day or during the summer months.
Furthermore, … has integrated itself as a neighborhood resource,
and provides programs and enrichment for the students, youth,
and adults of the community.
The …was established to provide educational
alternatives that address the needs of a variety of
students who have difficulty functioning in the
traditional public school environment.
The intent of the …is to afford students the opportunity
to gain positive educational
experiences, to earn a high school diploma, develop
marketable skills, and to develop the necessary work
ethic needed for post high school success. The school
will also address the behavioral and emotional needs
for each child.
…Charter School
The …Charter School is a Kindergarten through Fifth Grade, Middle States Accredited school
emphasizing math and science integrated with computer technology. Our 215-day school
year provides:
•Learning support for special needs students.
•Dramatic theater.
•Dynamic 215-day school year with summer enrichment activities.
•YMCA after school program.
•Partnerships with public and private schools.
Mission Statement
The mission of the ….Charter School is to provide superior education that will develop in our
students' academic excellence, leadership skills, and high social values that will enable them to
ultimately become positive contributors to the community in which they live, and to society as
a whole.
The Vision
The vision of the ….School is to create a comprehensive, challenging curriculum for a model
school learning environment that will produce exceptionally high achieving, well rounded
students.
•Math and science emphasis integrated with technology.
•Spanish language instruction beginning in Kindergarten.
•Enriching Opportunities to learn about other cultures.
•Character development program.
The cornerstone for effective learning is literacy.
The school’s primary goal is that all students, after
two years of regular attendance, will read at or
above grade level. …Charter School runs on a
year-round schedule, including thematic
intercessions (enrichment classes when school is
closed). The school believes in family literacy,
provides the opportunity to study world
languages, and allows students to gain an
appreciation for the international language of
music.
The MaST Community Charter School creates innovative pathways for students
pursuing knowledege focused on Mathematics, Science, and Technology
Our underlying purpose is to create a charter school that...
Challenges our students to use their minds well
Sets high world-class standards for student achievement
Is a place where children and adults want to be
Supports teachers in trying new methods and working with colleagues
Reflects the goals of multicultural communities
Brings teachers, students, families, and community together to better educate everyone
Creates a consistent "pathway" for student learning and development
Creates a school that focuses on integrative and constructivist curriculum
Establishes multiple learning sites for high school students on college campuses
…Charter School’s mission is to guide
each student’s self discovery and
connect them to their community and
world while developing their individual
talents using innovative instruction,
advanced technology and life
experiences. Working cooperatively
with parents and community members,
we will prepare our students to be
respectful, responsible and productive
members of society.
Reform-minded
charter school
laws and regulations
that promote innovative
and successful schools for
every child seeking a
seat in a charter school
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THOSE LOOKING TO
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