https://padlet.com/educvasc8917/t4rypr05o9vgpxiw A report on the school's mission, beliefs, support for students of all needs, and their approach to diversity relating to Boise School District broadly and Fairmont Junior High more specifically. en-us 2022-09-12 05:03:13 UTC 2022-09-12 05:46:53 UTC hello@padlet.com educvasc8917 https://padlet.com/educvasc8917/t4rypr05o9vgpxiw/wish/2291732032 Idaho's Department of Education website contains many diverse resources to help a varierty of student needs. Bullying, gender equality, special needs assistance, suicide awareness and prevention, civics, college preparation, health, transportation, and even technology access. 
Even lesser discussed topics like school choice where parents and students can pick and choose the school they feel meets their needs the most. This is a specific subject that appeals to me as I think choice and school competition is a great way to increase educational outcomes. ]]> 2022-09-12 05:10:36 UTC https://padlet.com/educvasc8917/t4rypr05o9vgpxiw/wish/2291732032 educvasc8917 https://padlet.com/educvasc8917/t4rypr05o9vgpxiw/wish/2291734079 School Choice
Student Nutrition and Health
Indian Education
Gender Equality (through Title IX)
Drug-Free Education
Suicide Awareness and Prevention
Driver Education
College/Career Prep
English Learning Proficiency
Community Engagement
Sports and Athletics
Technology Access]]> 2022-09-12 05:13:43 UTC https://padlet.com/educvasc8917/t4rypr05o9vgpxiw/wish/2291734079 educvasc8917 https://padlet.com/educvasc8917/t4rypr05o9vgpxiw/wish/2291743069 26,027 Students
        -74% White
        -3.5% Multi-Racial
        -13% Hispanic
        -4% Black
        -.5% Native American
        -4% Asian
Reading Proficiency
        -63% White
        -59% Multi-Racial
        -35% Hispanic
        -18% Black (very troubling)
        -42% Native American
        -64% Asian
50 Schools
Employees
        -66% Women
        -34% Men
        -76% White
        -11% Hispanic
        -6% Asian
        - >60% Registered Democrats
        -Average Length of Retainment 5 years


]]> 2022-09-12 05:27:10 UTC https://padlet.com/educvasc8917/t4rypr05o9vgpxiw/wish/2291743069 educvasc8917 https://padlet.com/educvasc8917/t4rypr05o9vgpxiw/wish/2291745935 Mission- Respect and Support others while advancing and achieving individual goals with integrity, effort, and individual determination 
Vision- For teachers to inspire, for students to thrive, and for individuals to connect to a safe place where all can take the risk to grow
Values- Respect, Integrity, Support, Effort]]> 2022-09-12 05:30:43 UTC https://padlet.com/educvasc8917/t4rypr05o9vgpxiw/wish/2291745935 educvasc8917 https://padlet.com/educvasc8917/t4rypr05o9vgpxiw/wish/2291752522 Unfortunately, while the mission, vision and values are all commendable and fulfill its purpose, nothing really strikes or jumps out to meeting the needs of diverse learners. Though at the same time, it doesn't exclude the needs. 
They are general, fair and broad statements.

From their school page, the only aspect that appears to tackle diverse needs comes from:
A collection of student's stories ranging from many backgrounds, SAFE (Student aid for Emergencies with translations in English, Spanish, Arabic, and Swahili), free or reduced price meals, and a number of after school activities and clubs such as- Gay & Straight Alliance, Music, Reading Club, Cheerleading and even resources for concussion and head trauma. ]]> 2022-09-12 05:40:50 UTC https://padlet.com/educvasc8917/t4rypr05o9vgpxiw/wish/2291752522 educvasc8917 https://padlet.com/educvasc8917/t4rypr05o9vgpxiw/wish/2291756212 Fairmont clearly approaches their mission from a neutral and broad perspective. There is no doubt that the administration and teachers seek to provide the best possible outcomes and opportunities for their students. I was impressed that they offered diverse language translations such as Arabic and Swahili. However, and this may be due to lack of resources, more programs and awareness towards important topics like: Suicide, racial and gender equality, and special needs would be greatly appreciated and commended. This doesn't have to be necessarily reflected in their missions and vision, but through programs and resources noted through their website. ]]> 2022-09-12 05:46:07 UTC https://padlet.com/educvasc8917/t4rypr05o9vgpxiw/wish/2291756212