2017-2018 Bryson Middle School Strategic Plan Update by Adrienne Davenport https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j Beliefs, Mission, Vision: Revisiting, Reflecting, Revising en-us 2018-02-11 18:00:19 UTC 2018-03-14 20:21:51 UTC hello@padlet.com BMS has entered into a truly "digital platform" of communicating , teaching and learning with the implementation of the PBL and STEAM process as it applies to the entire school https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/231536363 Now we must move forward with a deeper understanding of how we can apply these to the GRADUATE+ initiative of GCS, and at the same time use these tools to refocus and rededicate ourselves as teachers to enhancing the learning opportunity for all students at BRYSON]]> 2018-02-14 15:30:34 UTC https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/231536363 Communication wbross1 https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/231718066 Some do not feel a shared responsibility between the home and school.
As a shared vision, some don't feel that we share academic excellence by giving the floor grade of a 50.

]]> 2018-02-14 20:57:45 UTC https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/231718066 Guidance https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/231718702 Under the beliefs #4 the curricula is set by the standards and cannot be varied.

Mission statement could include Inspiring Excellence.  There should be consistency between the tagline


 Mission Statement:  We will strive to inspire excellence in every student.
Vision Statement:  Keep it the same.


]]> 2018-02-14 20:59:31 UTC https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/231718702 In the Mission, define more clearly what "nurturing" means and strategies for making this a part of daily function. https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/231723869 In the "Vision" statement, we can evaluate the effectiveness of our learning community to better address student needs . . . example grade levels can communicate regarding rising students and challenges faced / expected.

Define what "socially responsible" qualities are desired from students and work toward building these into lessons across grade levels.]]> 2018-02-14 21:17:02 UTC https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/231723869 Data and Technology https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/231724269 Data and Technology is committed to providing digital support for our staff by:
- offering solutions.
- cultivating digital citizenship.
- inspiring students.  



]]> 2018-02-14 21:18:27 UTC https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/231724269 Student Engagement https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/231724343 Teaching students to become independent learners.  Develop successful 21st century skills to be successful in a global economy.  Being effective communicators.

 Changes that have occurred in the last 5 years:
One to one devices, PBL, STEAM, ELA no longer has a ‘strategies’ level, no longer have a double block of ELA, virtual classroom for advanced math students, Google Drive, STAR academy in-house, reading and math intervention programs using (Read 180, System 44, Language Live), I-Ready (math), co-teaching model, Rubicon Atlas, District Assessment System.  South Carolina standards, to Common Core, to SCCCRS, spring standardized testing has changed almost every year.

Mission Statement:  We will provide a nurturing environment that inspires all students to excel in an ever-changing global community.

Vision Statement:  Bryson Middle School will be a learning community that fosters collaboration , communication, creativity, and critical thinking in a nurturing environment.

 
]]> 2018-02-14 21:18:42 UTC https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/231724343 Wellness https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/239252239 Mission Statement:
Wellness is exemplified in all areas of our school: our building and grounds are a reflection of our schools pride, our staff carries themselves with pride and exchanges words with positivism, and our students demonstrate their wellness because they know they are unconditionally excepted and welcomed at BMS.
Belief: 
Wellness is imperative for learning to take place. 
Vision Statement:
Our vision is for all who walk in the doors of BMS to feel a sense of wellness and pride.

]]> 2018-03-07 16:42:19 UTC https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/239252239 Vision Statement Recommendation https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/239306789 Our Vision for Bryson Middle School is that we will be a community of learners that inspires and supports academic excellence, wellness, and social responsibility. ]]> 2018-03-07 18:05:59 UTC https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/239306789 In partnership with families, community, and PBL, we will empower students with skills to support a 21st century, global learner. jsummey1 https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/242098457 2018-03-14 20:18:56 UTC https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/242098457 MISSIONTo educate and inspire excellence in every student. https://padlet.com/adavenport5/kdburb4irz6j/wish/242099190 VISION
Our Vision for Bryson Middle School is that we will be a community of learners that inspires and supports academic excellence.

BELIEFS
All students can learn and have the responsibility to take ownership of their learning

All students are valued individuals with unique talents

Students learn best in a safe and secure setting where quality instruction is prioritized

A student’s education is the shared responsibility of the home, school, and community to promote competent, lifelong learners.

Curricula and instruction should vary to meet the needs of each student.  



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