School Culture and Mission

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School Culture

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The character of a person, a set of qualities that makes a school distinct from others. Includes values, priorities, and ethos.

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Mission

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A concise explanation of the organization’s reason for existence, articulating values, priorities, and ethos. It is present-focused.

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Vision

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A public declaration describing high-level goals for the future, written by faculty/staff and led by leadership. It is future-focused.

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Core Values

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Qualities modeled by educational practices within a school, going beyond academic proficiencies. They are practical and not aspirations.

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Goals

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Benchmarks or parameters to be met that are clear and SMART.

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SIP (School Improvement Plan)

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Combines goals and action plans, taking tangible steps to achieve the lofty ideals of vision and the core mission purpose.

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Importance of School Culture

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It defines who you are as a school, reflecting your character.

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Mission Statement Purpose

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Reflects the school’s core purpose, identity, values, and principle aims.

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Purpose of a Vision Statement

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A vision statement provides a broad aspirational image of the future for an organization.

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Characteristics of a Vision Statement

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A vision statement should be succinct, timely/relevant, and personal to the organization.