Quality+Instruction+(Reorganized)

===1) Quality Instruction: All students deserve experienced, highly qualified, knowledgeable, dedicated, and caring teachers in order to succeed. Teachers—through their union—must become responsible for faculty training, developing and assessing curriculum to address state standards and ensuring that teachers and support personnel provide high quality services. Elements of quality instruction include:=== Curriculum a) A well-rounded enriched course of study focused on critical thinking, //creativity//, problem solving and assessments that require students to solve complex real-world problems and defend their ideas orally and in writing. b) A rigorous, diverse and engaging student-centered curriculum that promotes relevant intellectual work. c) Engaging projects, activities, and advisory program to develop the whole child. d) Interdisciplinary curriculum collaboratively designed with a co-teacher and/or team that aims to meet the (add link) learning outcomes of the school and its mission.

School Culture e) Optimized conditions and resources for effective teaching and learning including but not limited to: instructional materials, available and reliable technology, protecting instructional time. f) A culture of inquiry, collaboration, support, and trust. g) School structures created based on the belief that all students deserve a well-rounded education and enriched course of study. h) Careful consideration given to all learning needs of students. i) Collaborative hiring team that includes the principal and a committee of teachers.

Professional Support j) Significant investment in training and support for teachers, counselors, and administrators in effective integration of 21st Century Skills including technology to maximize educational quality for students. k) One day a month (or equivalent) for professional development based on analysis of assessments, program development and implementation. l) Common planning time, both grade level and subject area. m) Open classrooms where teachers can observe one another and are given time to share. n) Time included in the schedule for collaboration and professional development..