The district further believes that: (1) the central interest of schools is the learner, (2) learning is an active process, (3) our schools are responsible for each learner, (4) experiencing success is crucial to the learning process, (5) the qualities of teaching and learning are inextricably interwoven, (6) program improvement is a continuing process, (7) providing quality program education is a responsibility of our community, and (8) our community provides an essential resource to the educational program.
In order to create the environment necessary for effective schools, the Board endorses and prescribes strong instructional leadership, a safe and orderly climate, schoolwide emphasis on basic skills, high teacher expectations for student achievement, and continuous assessment of student progress.
The Superintendent or designee shall keep the Board fully informed regarding the district's efforts to achieve effective schools and any hindrances to meeting district goals.
Policy ALHAMBRA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Adopted: September 9, 1997 Alhambra, California