Manchester High School West: Statement of Purpose

Manchester High School WEST
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

Manchester High School West's mission is to develop impassioned, independent, lifelong learners capable of thriving in an ever-changing technological and diverse world. We, in partnership with supportive families, will create and sustain a safe, respectful learning environment in which all students can realize their maximum potential as responsible members of a democratic society.

Expectation for School Performance:

Create a school atmosphere, which is receptive to students of diverse ethnic, cultural, racial and economic backgrounds.
Identify and communicate expectations for instruction including program, course, unit and lesson expectations.
Create and utilize learning strategies for students.
Devise multiple forms of assessment, which require students to demonstrate their learning.
Commit to the principle that all students will be challenged to attain a higher level of achievement.
Use current research to study and review how students are grouped, and how students of diverse backgrounds and ability are included.
Create structures for students, faculty and parents to advise, consult and participate in the decision-making process.
Maintain standards of quality for professional development.
Provide connections between and among disciplines.
Communicate the purpose, standards and expectations of Manchester High School West to feeder schools.
Expose students to technology and engage them in its application.
Continue to examine and revise West's mission.

Expectation for Student Performance:

Discover and express knowledge through reading, writing and speech.
Research and synthesize information and ideas from a variety of sources.
Apply critical thinking to defining and solving problems.
Use technology in the educational process.
Integrate and apply knowledge across the curriculum.
Develop a knowledge and in appreciation for the arts.
Demonstrate a concern for humanity and an awareness of current events.
Work independently and collaboratively.
Explore lifelong physical activities that promote wellness.
Foster respect, trust and concern for others in a diverse environment.
Voice opinions and participate in West's decision-making process toward a common goal.Initiate, support and participate in student activities.
Commit to community service as aware and responsible citizens.
Know rights, responsibilities and consequences as members of the school community.

Accepted by Faculty 05/06/03