An Ideal School

An Ideal School Should Teach…
Independence
Manners & Respect
Responsibility
Collaborative Working
Standards
Music & Arts (allow students to become culturally aware)
Basic skills for students to survive in the 21st century
Encourage motivation

A Good School Is One That…
Fosters learning for ALL students
Enhances & encourages creativity
Allows lateral thinking for students & staff
Teachers & staff are respected by parents & students

A Successful Student Is Able to…
Be present at school (physically & mentally)
Succeed in the classroom & outside in the community
Communicate effectively
Participate in their environment (see it & see the possibilities to get involved)
“Entertain” themselves positively (ie, not get “bored”)
Continually work to obtain the best results for his/her abilities

An Effective Classroom Is One In Which…
All students are engaged
Ideas flow
Students are focused on-task
Curriculum is being taught related to the outside world

A Staff Member Is One Who…
Positive, helpful, friendly, non-critical
Supportive, available, non-threatening
Is a team member as well as a leader
Participates rather than dictates
Understands the demands & daily routine of all positions