Purpose Statement Session 1 by Christopher Saiben https://padlet.com/christopher_saiben/purpose1 en-us 2016-05-21 17:46:02 UTC 2025-10-11 05:40:49 UTC hello@padlet.com Purpose Statement:  Teaching the whole child (academically, socially, emotionally, physically) to develop independent, self-confident learners who can think critically, creatively, problem solve, and communicate effectively. https://padlet.com/christopher_saiben/purpose1/wish/112360140 2016-05-24 15:44:47 UTC https://padlet.com/christopher_saiben/purpose1/wish/112360140 Purpose Statement:  Because adolescent students have unique social, emotional, and intellectual needs, Olentangy middle schools provide opportunities for exploration, character development, collaboration, and self-advocacy. https://padlet.com/christopher_saiben/purpose1/wish/112360179 2016-05-24 15:45:04 UTC https://padlet.com/christopher_saiben/purpose1/wish/112360179 https://padlet.com/christopher_saiben/purpose1/wish/112360856 Middle school is a time of incredible personal and academic growth. Students need opportunities to become curious problem solvers and critical thinkers who make real world connections without fear of failure. ]]> 2016-05-24 15:48:09 UTC https://padlet.com/christopher_saiben/purpose1/wish/112360856 Purpose Statement: https://padlet.com/christopher_saiben/purpose1/wish/112361172 We Believe middle school should be a place where students are empowered to freely explore themselves and the world around them in authentic and meaningful ways with the support of invested educators, who value young adolescents at a personal level and can empathize with the social and emotional needs of middle level learners. As educators we believe these goals can be achieved only through middle level non-negotiables including but not limited to teaming, flexible scheduling, inter-disciplinary curriculum, and collaborative opportunities.]]> 2016-05-24 15:50:02 UTC https://padlet.com/christopher_saiben/purpose1/wish/112361172 Purpose statement: https://padlet.com/christopher_saiben/purpose1/wish/112362400 As we strive to create 21st century learning experiences the existence of the middle school model is important for social and character development which includes positive peer relationships, emotional development, and encouraging a sense of community and belonging. The model also targets academic prowess which fosters a love of learning with the use of rich content and independent critical thinking skills. In addition it cultivates a need for authentic audiences which provide a real-life experience. 

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