1Solid Academic Foundation – Teacher Responses 10/2011 BOLD= most frequently listed

Students

RespectfulCommunicates effectively –orally and in writing

Service oriented Use technology and practices ethics of

Knows why he/she believes what he/she believes in their faith walkImproved performance to authority- Ultimately God

Problem solver

Staff

KnowledgeableCaring

Seek to become better- grow continuallyKnows students

Is preparedUses quality resources

Instills life long learningConscientious

Prepares students to adapt and change in this ever-changing worldSeeks whole child

ConfidentFair

Empowers studentsCompetent

CompassionatePurposeful planner

Quality Innovative

Curriculum and InstructionUsing a variety of teaching methods to reach a variety of learners

(differentiating)Critical Thinking

Clear Progression of curriculum (sequential)Clear academic expectations

Integrate subjectsIntegrate technology

EngagingHigher level thinking

Analyze, suggest solutions, try solutionsIntegration of faith

RigorousHigh Quality Challenging

Develop the thinking processNot loading down with facts and figures

Requiring application of basic skillsTeaching to solve problems in real world

Classroom/School CultureIntegrityHonesty

CreativityDiligence

GodlyDiverse

High expectationsConsistent

DeterminationPride in work

DiscerningPositive atmosphere

Solid support for staffExamine best practice VS our judgmentPartnership between staff and students

Academics are given priority. Interruptions are kept at a minimum.

Go broad and deep not mile long and ½” deepCollege ready on all levels/all subjects

Use quality resourcesProviding opportunities to discover, construct, deconstruct etc..

Solid foundation of basic skills

ParentsParents are strongly encouraged to schedule doctor appointments for after school

hours or during school breaks.Family vacations should not be taken during school days.

Parent volunteers strongly encouraged to reinforce participation with the teacher to educate the child