DEPEW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Comprehensive District Education Plan

2008 - 2011

VISION

To provide an engaging learning environment focused on achieving excellence.

MISSION

To challenge and inspire students to achieve at the highest level and become responsible citizens.

WE BELIEVE

All students can learn. Individual student needs must be met through caring classrooms and engaging instruction. Literacy is essential for all learning. Good character and a healthy lifestyle enrich student well-being. Students will be prepared to adapt to an ever-changing world. Excellence in our schools requires significant and continuing commitment of human and financial resources. Parental involvement and support enhance a child's ability to succeed. Effective communication is essential for success.

DISTRICT IMPROVEMENT GOALS

Increase student achievement at all levels. Align PreK-12 curriculum with essential content. Devise a PreK-12 assessment system that provides for timely and meaningful feedback. Increase parent support/involvement for student learning.

GUIDING PHILOSOPHY

Continuous Improvement