Why CCDS?
Our Measure of Success
We recognize that our school culture and environment is something we have to continually focus on. We know what our goals are as a staff and leadership and while we will always be growing, we want you to know what we are striving for.
We are successful when:
Our leadership nurtures...
- A trusting & supportive environment
- An organizational structure that is flexible and accountable
- Effective teaching practices where student work is celebrated and shared publicly
- Support of Project-based Learning
- Equity and accessibility of curriculum challenging diverse learners
- A professional collaborative environment with strong, respectful relationships
- An appreciation of different perspectives and skillsets
- Time for reflection and deeper learning
Our students...
- Explain the learning goals and the purpose behind their work
- Apply their skills and content knowledge to produce purposeful, meaningful work
- Understand real world connections
- Rely on reflective thinking
- Use peer critiques and multiple drafts to create beautiful work
Our teachers …
- Co-design meaningful, interdisciplinary projects
- Engage in collegial conversations that improve teaching practices
- Use protocols to ensure equitable voice
- Develop deeper learning opportunities for their students
- Implement project tunings and integrate technology in the classroom
- Exhibit student work
- Examine student work