The
Vision
2006-200 The
Board of Education represents the owners of the Gainesville City Schools -
all citizens of the district. To
this end, the Board has developed a vision of what they believe owners
expect in return for their annual contribution. As
a result of the Gainesville City Schools efforts, we
– the students – will: Demonstrate academic competency by focusing on instruction. Learning
is a continuous rewarding process. All of us have exceeded district
expectations by demonstrating academic competency in all subject areas.
This was accomplished in a safe environment that promoted learning
and addressed our unique learning style.
By expecting and celebrating excellence to be self-reliant
individuals. Independent
individuals successfully manage their own lives.
Important tools are our time management and study skills.
This allows the application of both critical and creative thinking
skills. We are able to
effectively and appropriately manage all types of resources to solve
problems. Exhibit citizenship in a disciplined learning environment. Participation
and contribution to the community are important for the well being and
continued improvement of the community and democratic process. Through
constructive behaviors and active participation, we demonstrate
responsible citizenship. We are conversant about societal issues and
understand that with our rights, come responsibilities. Demonstrate communication skills while communicating openly and
honestly. We
communicate effectively by reading, writing, speaking, and listening by
using a variety of media for mutual understanding.
A thorough awareness of technological skills and to enhance future
community needs are mastered. Exhibit essential life-styles. Meeting
the demands of everyday life is challenging. Making healthy life-style
choices helps us maintain our physical and mental health.
Some of the healthy life-style choices include the avoidance of
restricted and illegal substances. We
understand that we are responsible for our choices.
We believe that hard work contributes to success. This belief has
helped to develop a strong work ethic. To exhibit citizenship and sound character in a dynamic
multi-cultural community, state and world. We accept and respect diversity. This includes diversity of gender, culture and age. We cooperate and collaborate to achieve common goals or work independently and compete when necessary. Being of sound character and having healthy self-esteem, we accept and respect others and ourselves. We understand that relationships are built on respect, trust and honest communication. Re-adopted: February 2007 |