Vision
PS/MS 278 cultivates the seeds of real-world success within each student, fostering a transformative journey that prepares them to thrive in a rapidly evolving global landscape. Our students step confidently onto the path of high school and beyond, armed with the skills, knowledge, and character to excel as leaders, critical thinkers, and compassionate human beings. In achieving this, we not only realize our vision but also honor our collective responsibility to shape a brighter future for all.
Values
- Personal Responsibility
- Respect
- Inclusive
- Dedicated to Growth
- Engaged
Priorities
- Welcoming & Affirming Environment: Ensure all students feel safe, have a sense of belonging, and build positive relationships.
- Student Engagement: Provide students with opportunities to engage in collaborative learning tasks and create connections to real world applications.
- Use of Assessment: Strengthen the use of assessment and student data collected to inform planning and scaffolding for students.
- Professional Learning: Provide professional learning opportunities aligned to the NGLS and Danielson
Framework so educators have the resources and knowledge they need to ensure alignment between planning, standards, and the needs of students to be cognitively engaged.
Instructional Focus
If tasks are grade level appropriate, NGLS-aligned, engaging, and built on sub-skills leading to standards mastery, then students will develop stronger critical thinking and collaboration skills.