Future PastPresent Change ~ and~ Challenge Planning for 2012 and Beyond Washington School District

Washington School District provides a caring and supportive learning community in which members challenge and motivate each other to become proficient, honorable citizens and productive life long learners.

Preparation Our students must learn global survival skills of competing and cooperating with people around the world. We must prepare them for 2020 and beyond!!

High Implementation Schools Keep score of continuous improvement Sustain key practices throughout secondary offerings Continue High School Reform

KEY PRACTICES High expectations Quality career/technical studies Rigorous academic studies Quality work based learning Teacher collaboration Actively engaged students Quality guidance Assistance and Enrichment

Student Centered Decision Formula Recommendations are made using current data and after a thorough analysis of trends. Meaningful educational programming to improve student achievement Provide quality, 21 st Century education Efficient, effective use of resources

Revitalization  Physical upgrade of the high school building promotes Wash High as a vital, viable competitive school district.  Wash High’s reputation and high visibility will strengthen public perception of a 21 st Century educational facility.

PROS for Renovation High School building is a solid structure located in the middle of town. Provides upgraded educational space in the high school building. Improves the High School corridor circulation and traffic flow  Corrects handicap accessibility issues  Affords the opportunity to perform necessary maintenance and upgrades to the High School building’s infrastructure.

WHY? Declining enrollment Concentration of resources Establish earlier secondary connections and goals Common expectations Establish uniform secondary achievement goals Established secondary behavior standards Increased extra-curricular participation Increased opportunities for all students Decreases transition issues

Enrollment Projections PA Dept. of Education enrollment projections:

Secondary 7 th – 12 th Grades More effective, efficient delivery of secondary instruction Consolidation of all resources necessary for a comprehensive secondary education

PROS  Grades 7-12 will benefit from the physical upgrades necessary at the High School building.  Reduces the transition regression in behavior and academics that occur with 9th graders.  Opportunities for 7th & 8th graders to take higher-level programs at the Jr./Sr. High level.

PROS  Strengthens the capacity for all students have the ability to pursue post secondary educational offerings. Brings 7th & 8th grade students in an educational environment with th graders.  Provides a uniform, sequential delivery of a rigorous core program and elective offerings  Increases the relevance of long term career planning and life skills planning  Builds capacity and teaming among the secondary teachers working toward common goals

Pro-Social Results Increased participation in extra-curricular activities Resurgence of Prexie Pride among younger students Peer mentors Accountability for upper level students to become positive Wash High role models

Celebrating Our Purpose million dollar deficit – More effective, efficient use of resources – Long-term planning – Use of all available data to support decisions Developing collaborative approach to problem-solving

Collaborations Increase resources for students Provides additional opportunities Supports existing programs Allows for common secondary professional development, training and collaboration Increases capacity for technology integration

Cons Requires that District Administration be displaced from the existing High School. Transportation issues for younger students must be resolved. Brings 7th & 8th grade students in an educational environment with th graders. Creates space at the Park School.

Establishing a centralized general supply warehouse for the district. Expanding Pre-K classrooms Day care offerings Washington Park Elementary Center

MILLAGE HISTORY Mill $62, Mills – 115 Mills – 115 Mills Mills Mills Mills Mills 5 Years - No Tax Increase

“ Unless commitment is made, there are only promises and hopes, but no plans. ” ~ Peter F. Drucker

In Appreciation Washington School District Board of Directors for their dedication to providing quality education and for being responsible stewards of public money. Thanks for technical assistance from: Mrs. Sharon Thistlethwaite, Teacher Mr. Earl Neel, Network Administrator

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