October 24, 2012 at 3:30 PM - Special Board Meeting of the Columbus Public Schools Board of Education
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I. Call to Order
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II. Pledge of Allegiance and Roll Call
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III. Open Meeting Notice of Posted Law
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III.A. President Insures that all can hear the proceedings
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IV. Mission Statement
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V. Introduction of External Team
Discussion:
Dr. Loeffelholz provided a brief overview of the purpose of the visitation and a summary of the visitation schedule. He thanked the visitation team for their time and effort and thanked CPS staff for participating in the interviews. Jill Bramlett, team chair, had the visitation team introduce themselves, provided an overview of the AdvancED review protocol, and then, with assistance of John Skretta, provided the exit report on behalf of the visitation team.
Commendations:
*moving from school accreditation to district accreditation
*alignment of self-assessment and reviewers' consensus ratings
*pervasive culture of caring and commitment to students with a focus on learning
*PLC's&collaboration is providing CPS to improve even further
*L to J is seen as a powerful practice (model program for others to see)
*CPS BOE members are active participants in&supporters of district initiatives
*special services has great leadership and implementation throughout CPS
*students appreciate schools, staff, etc.
*there is a culture of high expectations
Required Actions:
*develop and implement a strategic plan that organizes district improvement efforts with the assistance of stakeholders as it relates to the Mission and Vision of Columbus Public Schools
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VI. AdvancEd Exit Report from the External Team Chair
Discussion:
see earlier screen for details
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VII. Adjourn
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