"Empowering Excellence: Unveiling the Power of Standards-Based Grading"
- dadiazarn
- Sep 27, 2023
- 2 min read
As an educator, you might find the following vision and mission statements familiar, as they resonate with our shared commitment to nurturing student growth in a supportive environment:
Vision Statement: "At our school, we envision a warm and inviting community where every child is embraced, valued, and inspired to explore the joy of learning. Our goal is to create an atmosphere where students feel loved, respected, and motivated to unleash their limitless potential."
Mission Statement: "Our mission at [Insert School Name] is to provide outstanding education and child-centered care in a secure, nurturing, and inclusive environment. We are dedicated to laying the foundation for a lifetime of learning and personal development. Our pledge is to maintain a safe and supportive environment, fostering a sense of belonging for all families and celebrating the diverse backgrounds of our students."
These vision and mission statements are tailored to the elementary school level, emphasizing warmth, inclusivity, and the importance of lifelong learning. They align with the specific needs and values of our elementary school community.
However, this blog post isn't about our school's vision and mission. It's about putting our beliefs into action. If we genuinely believe in an inclusive experience that supports each student's potential, we must implement practices that wholeheartedly align with our school's shared vision and mission statements.
The pandemic has underscored the significance of student-centered learning. Research by John Hattie emphasizes the profound impact of providing authentic feedback to students on their learning.
This blog post is the second installment in a series about Standards-Based Grading and how it genuinely supports our profession in promoting individualized student learning within a standards-based curriculum.
Next week's post will provide a step-by-step tutorial on implementing this initiative at the classroom, school, or district level. It's crucial that we all have a common understanding of what standards-based grading is and isn't at every level. We must be able to articulate the essence of Standards-Based Grading in a 20-second elevator pitch so that all stakeholders can begin building their foundational knowledge. It's more effective to proceed slowly and build a solid foundation than to rush and risk a shaky understanding.
I encourage you to take some time to review these resources at your grade-level planning meetings, upcoming faculty meetings, or division-wide leadership gatherings. Together, we can make our shared vision and mission a reality for every student in our school community.
Standards Based Grading 2023-Matteson School District is building the foundation to implement district-wide Standards-Based Grading
This article by Cathleen Beachboard, Erika Kersey highlights the benefits of standards-based grading.
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