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| The Columbia School District designed
and adopted this logo during
the 1999-2000 school year. Alumni Chad Schedeler, as an outcome of the
Board of Education's Communication Committee, created the logo. If one
looks carefully at the torch of learning's flame, the initials of the
Columbia School District can be seen (CSD). In addition, the motto "A
SOLID FOUNDATION FOR A BRIGHT FUTURE" ties in with the mission
of our educational institution...helping ALL learners to be prepared
for "what happens next." |
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Just as in the construction of a
building, the "future" for our students occurs brick by brick
in a purposeful manner. On this web page, the reader can see the various
building blocks the Columbia School District has put in place to help
students reach their potential. The Mission Statement, Core Beliefs,
Parameters, Student Expectations, etc., have been developed through
a formal process which involved representatives from the staff, parents,
students, and the community. The Board of Education has endorsed each
of these important blocks. The Columbia School District has committed
to continuously reflect on how and what we are providing students and
the community. As such, each year goals are established at the board,
administrative, building, and individual employee levels.
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Core Beliefs |
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We believe...
...ALL students can learn.
...ALL students need a positive and safe learning environment.
...the community must be an integral part of the education process.
...that self-esteem and achievement will promote lifelong learning.
...educated citizens will positively impact and contribute to our global
society.
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Parameters |
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The
Columbia School District operates in accordance with state and federal
legislation and the Board of Education policies. The following guidelines
will also be used to accomplish our mission. We will provide a safe and
secure environment in which to teach, learn and work.
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Nothing will take funding precedence of K-12
programs and services necessary to meet the
District's Mission and Graduate Profile standards.
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Site-based decisions will always be consistent
with established district goals and objectives.
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Decisions will have measurable outcomes.
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New programs will not be accepted unless they
are consistent with the district's strategic goals
and objectives, benefits clearly exceed the cost, and provisions are
made for staff development
and timely program evaluation.
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No existing program or service will be retained
unless benefits clearly exceed costs and it continues to make an optimum
contribution to achieve the district's mission and objectives.
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We will not tolerate behavior which diminishes
the dignity or self worth of any individual or group.
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We will capitalize on the benefits of diversity
throughout the school district.
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Student
Expectations |
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A
Columbia graduate will be a:
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Responsible lifelong learner who demonstrates
general literacy (reading, writing, math computation, social studies,
science and technology), be an effective problem solver, cultivates
an appreciation for the arts, is an eager learner and an independent
thinker
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Responsible community member who is a compassionate
and accepting individual, with a commitment to the "larger community."
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Responsible worker who demonstrates punctuality,
motivation, capability, adaptability, and who incorporates decision-making,
ethics, cooperation and perseverance.
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