https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo What are we doing well in BCSD? en-us 2022-10-22 14:39:44 UTC 2023-01-06 13:04:18 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385194 Well-qualified, caring, exited to keep learning and share new techniques in classrooms]]> 2022-10-24 21:44:50 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385194 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385313 Students have a lot of opportunities to explore arts, even at a young age.]]> 2022-10-24 21:44:59 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385313 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385378 bexley parents are very committed to their district, their children and their children's peers

]]> 2022-10-24 21:45:06 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385378 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385662 Bexley's biggest strength is probably their academic strength in programming (AP, etc), plus the fact that we are able to maintain a wide variety of advanced classes in a smaller school population.]]> 2022-10-24 21:45:25 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385662 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385711 given the size of our community, it is easy to build connections and get to know other families.

]]> 2022-10-24 21:45:29 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385711 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385815 Relational. Good communication. Feeling connected with what is going on in the classroom.]]> 2022-10-24 21:45:38 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385815 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385828 experienced teachers with long
 tenure within the community ]]> 2022-10-24 21:45:39 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385828 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385962 high expectations, supported students, high outcomes]]> 2022-10-24 21:45:51 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354385962 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386111 1. Slow shift to culture change and inclusivity around diversity and special education. 
2. The community cares about education. 
3. Involvement in the community and school district. Volunteerism, Opinions, etc. ]]> 2022-10-24 21:45:59 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386111 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386177 Our teachers are the best of the best and are engaged, enthusiastic, and caring. They stay on top of new teaching methods and are eager to help kids learn and grow]]> 2022-10-24 21:46:04 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386177 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386231 elementary staff members that understand, value, appreciate and accommodate various student needs. For example, 2nd grade staff that allows students do work laying on floor with a clipboard vs sitting in a seat.  Movement breaks throughout the day

]]> 2022-10-24 21:46:10 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386231 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386276 As an elementary parent, the staff we have encountered has been amazing. The teachers care about students, families, building community, student growth in all areas (not just academics)]]> 2022-10-24 21:46:12 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386276 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386315 bexley is a wealthy district with extensive resources available for education.  community members are generous with their resources. ]]> 2022-10-24 21:46:15 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386315 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386364 well-qualified, caring and committed to our students.]]> 2022-10-24 21:46:21 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386364 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386517 the community feels like it has a stake in the schools and feels proud of the quality of Bexley schools]]> 2022-10-24 21:46:29 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386517 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386594 SHOULD allow for relational priorities within schools, staff, families and students.

easily adaptable

clear communication

]]> 2022-10-24 21:46:35 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386594 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386806 I have one child with an IEP (5th grade). I have found that the teachers at Maryland Elementary have been incredibly supportive and patient over the years. I have found in middle school, a similar experience where the teachers really get to know the student, and have been incredibly patient during the transition into a larger community and meeting new people.]]> 2022-10-24 21:46:53 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354386806 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354387166 Our class sizes are small and there is emphasis on a community feeling. People are invested in relationships because they know they will interact with folks throughout their children's time in school]]> 2022-10-24 21:47:14 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354387166 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354387339 Arts are an important part of school curriculum; there are many opportunities for participation in different kinds of art-related experiences]]> 2022-10-24 21:47:32 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354387339 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354387362 high priority on character development of kindness, compassion, courage, friendship

]]> 2022-10-24 21:47:33 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354387362 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354387533 having a direct, collaborative communication with teachers, especially helpful for social dynamics and issues

]]> 2022-10-24 21:47:48 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354387533 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354387819 I have always found it easy to find a straight line to staff members and administrators when our family needed to have a discussion about our children.  I have also appreciated that staff and administrators reach out to us directly as well when they have something to share

]]> 2022-10-24 21:48:14 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354387819 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354387901 In middle school, there are a lot of opportunities for students to discover what they are interested in and to engage.]]> 2022-10-24 21:48:21 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354387901 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354388030 The curriculum is strategic yet also allows for teachers to implement creative ways to explore topics. I also feel like administration looks supports these extra endeavors of teachers.]]> 2022-10-24 21:48:35 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354388030 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354388146 courselors within the school that are prioritizing the social and emotional learning of our young children that is centered around helping them grow into effective communicators, learners and community members

]]> 2022-10-24 21:48:44 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354388146 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354388289 overall community and parent base are engaged, supportive, and vest in their students education]]> 2022-10-24 21:48:57 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354388289 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354388405 Middle school students are allowed to publicly share differences in opinion and discourse in a safe environment. 

Students with challenges are given alternative modes in expressing ones answers. ]]> 2022-10-24 21:49:07 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354388405 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354388477 One of the major components of Bexley's identity as a community is our strong schools. Folks are invested in doing what they can to support and maintain the schools because they are so core to how we define this community]]> 2022-10-24 21:49:14 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354388477 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354388602 District is small but still offers a lot of choice in ms/hs; small class sizes help student learning, student engagement, teacher-student relationships]]> 2022-10-24 21:49:25 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354388602 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354388880 the size of the community allows for kids and families to get to know each other and form bonds easily, especially in younger years]]> 2022-10-24 21:49:52 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354388880 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354389180 each year, the schools within Bexley are getting batter at working together and evolving with the time... i.e. curriculum, messaging, important topics to students/and/or/parents.]]> 2022-10-24 21:50:19 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354389180 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354389291 We are very lucky to have robust PTOS, Bexley Education Foundation, Recreation Department, etc. ]]> 2022-10-24 21:50:30 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354389291 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354389608 I feel like the district does well to ask hard questions and follow through with solutions and steps to implement.]]> 2022-10-24 21:50:58 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354389608 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354389618 Bexley has embraced social emotional learning as part of our curriculum and has done a lot of work over the past several years to integrate this into how we teach kids... Not just a separate topic for the school counselor to cover.]]> 2022-10-24 21:50:59 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354389618 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354389880 Bexley's community is very invested in the success and reputation of its schools.]]> 2022-10-24 21:51:22 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354389880 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354389960 Most members of the Bexley community are proud to be a part of our special place.]]> 2022-10-24 21:51:30 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354389960 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354389980 Bexley has very involved and active families that both support the community, schools, teachers and staff. Providing Accountability and visibility within the bexley board of education and school leadership]]> 2022-10-24 21:51:32 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354389980 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354390092 while, we are a high performing, academic community, we seem to be working on focusing on the "whole student", i.e. 
wellbeing and emotional health

]]> 2022-10-24 21:51:42 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354390092 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354391005 principals seemed very engaged in supporting all children throughout the school day, visible in classes and supporting staff. ]]> 2022-10-24 21:52:59 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354391005 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354393761 this district does a great job responding when a student / family has an urgent situation, crisis, etc. ]]> 2022-10-24 21:56:37 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354393761 https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354396805 the new "push in" resource into to grades (1-3?) is wonderful. her exercises are a favorite!]]> 2022-10-24 22:01:33 UTC https://padlet.com/bigquestionsinstitute/xkb55tufdgbn9teo/wish/2354396805