SCHOOL DISTRICT GOALS 0200
Consistent with the District’s mission and educational philosophy, District personnel is committed to offering students educational opportunities that accomplish the following goals and objectives:
Goal #1: Motivate students to learn
Objectives:
- Meriden students will become lifelong learners.
- Meriden students will develop pride in work, a feeling of self-esteem and sense of self-confidence.
Goal #2: Acquisition of skills and knowledge essential for success in a global society
Objectives:
- Meriden students will master skills in reading, writing and mathematics necessary to be college and career ready.
- Meriden students will acquire essential knowledge of the social sciences and natural sciences.
- Meriden student will demonstrate competence in communications, especially writing, speaking and listening.
- Meriden students will be able to use information critically to develop decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Meriden students will be exhibit an awareness of and appreciation for literary, cultural and aesthetic values.
Goal #3: Competence in Life Skills
Objectives:
- Meriden students will be qualified for success in meaningful and living-wage employment.
- Meriden students will practice a healthy lifestyle.
- Meriden students will demonstrate digital citizenship.
Goal #4: Understanding Society’s Values
Objectives:
- Meriden students will respect and appreciate people for their individuality and diversity in a global society.
- Meriden students will be able to adjust and respond to a changing world.
- Meriden student will demonstrate an understanding of financial literacy.
- Meriden students will participate in civic life.
Approved 5/1/1990
Amended May 16, 2017
Previous Policy Number: AF
Approved 5/16/2017
Previous Policy Number:
AF
