Dr. Steve Jordahl, Superintendent |
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A new year....a new brand! St. Cloud Area School District 742 is prepared to welcome 9,500 students back to school in September, 2009. We will begin the school year in a strong position with many accomplishments to celebrate. We look forward, as well, to exciting new initiatives designed to prepare all of our learners to live and contribute within a changing and diverse world. Many staff members have been busy over the summer getting ready for the students' return. The administrative office, principals and maintenance crews have worked hard to finalize projects for the 2009-2010 school year. Teachers have been engaged in staff development activities that will prepare them to meet the needs of all students. They are ready to work diligently to create a learning environment that is safe and stimulating as we hold ourselves accountable to excellence. The importance of the 4 R's -- Rigor, Relevance, Relationships and Results will be underscored by the development of healthy relationships and an understanding of how to engage students in learning. A safe, welcoming environment will allow students to focus on all aspects of their educational development. Our decision-making will be grounded in student growth and achievement. Instructional practices and programming will be determined by individual student needs and grounded in data. District needs and wants will be prioritized and evaluated with the input of our stakeholders. Problems will be solved through stakeholder consultation and ultimately, decisions that align with the vision, mission and core values of the District. Through our Strategic Roadmap, consistency and alignment of goals will result in effective strategies to close the "instructional gap." Students' social, emotional, physical and academic growth is our target. Technology and continuous assessment will be critical tools to further enhance achievement for all students. A new school year gives us the opportunity to make new plans, design new strategies, and implement new ideas. Whether one's responsibility is administering, supervising, teaching, assisting students, preparing lunches, maintaining a building, or managing an office, good efforts can always be better. Fun and laughter make all tasks more fun. I welcome parents and community members to visit the schools and offices in our District where world-class education is underway! "Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm." Ralph W. Emerson |
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