MANASQUAN SCHOOL DISTRICT

 

2010-2012 District Goals

1.   The district will ensure that all students achieve to their full potential academically and acquire the essential 21st century life skills necessary to be successful in higher education or the workforce.  To accomplish this:

a.   The district scores on the state test will meet or exceed ESEA benchmarks.

b.   All students will be reading at or above grade level by the end of third grade as determined by the Fountas&Pinnell Benchmark Assessment System.

c.   MHS students taking the SAT or ACT will achieve on an average above the state and national level.

d.   Ensure a rigorous and viable curriculum aligned to the Common Core standards and the New Jersey Core Content Curriculum Standards.

e.   Effectively using student data to improve instruction.

2.   The district will ensure parental and community support and involvement through clear, open and timely communication.

 

3.   The district will maximize our resources by:

 

a.    Regularly evaluate the long-range facilities plan to address district needs for enrollment, program and efficiency.

b.    Evaluate academic and co-curricular programs for effectiveness and efficiency.

c.    Seek alternative funding through grants, fundraising and donations.

 

4.   The district will continue to integrate technology to enhance learning, communication and the organization by maintaining current technology tools and applications and upgrading as necessary.
 
5.  The district will ensure the improvement of instruction through on-going and effective professional development which supports Professional Learning Communities.