Background+Contextual+Setting

__ Our Goals __
 *  PISCATAWAY BOARD OF EDUCATION **

 GOALS AND OBJECTIVES AND EDUCATIONAL OUTCOME GOALS

 Introduction

 The district’s philosophical vision is that curriculum should assist every student in reaching his/her potential, and describes what students will learn and how the result should be measured responding to federal, state and local standards. This process involves strategic thinking, planning and management and is designed to provide an optimal learning environment for all students in the Piscataway School District.

 Goals


 * To define the framework for what students should know and be able to do so they are prepared to meet or exceed the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards and District Standards as assessed through local and national state assessments at the established benchmark years.
 * Support the improvement of the teaching and learning process as an essential element in the development and deepening of student understanding to prepare them for the successful completion of a college program.
 * Utilize Understanding by Design (UBD) as the framework for curriculum development, implementation and evaluation.
 * Foster the acquisition of knowledge and skills needed in an increasingly technology-driven global society by integrating technology throughout the curriculum.
 * Develop and support a professional development program that is guided by research-based principles that go beyond the traditional training program, and encourage the development of teachers as educational leaders. The program should be organized around collaboration and action research, and continuously promote improved instructional practices and student learning.
 * Collaborate with and incorporate parent and community resources in establishing dynamic educational partnerships to improve student learning.

 Adopted: 18 August 2005

**Newark Public Schools** is proposing new schools, closures, and consolidations with three important goals:

· Excellence – All students deserve a school that gets them on a path to college or a great career.

· Efficiency – Every possible dollar should be invested in staff and programs that will make a positive difference for our students.

· Equity – Every student should have access to an excellent school no matter what.

**Lady Liberty Academy Charter School** is a learning community comprised of educators, parents and community stakeholders whose primary focus is student achievement. By applying the principles of hard work and effective effort, our scholars will become life long learners who are prepared to earn a college degree and become change agents within their community.
 * **Goal 1: Increase Student Achievement**
 * 2010 – 2011: 15% increase in number of students achieving proficient and advanced proficient**
 * 2011 – 2012:** **80% of 3rd-8th graders will achieve proficiency or advanced proficiency on the NJASK**
 * in Language Arts, Math. In grades 4 and 8, 90% will achieve proficiency or advanced proficiency**
 * in Science.**


 * **Goal 3: Improve the Level of Parent Involvement**


 * **Goal 4: Build Capacity in the Organization**