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High Schools That Work
 HIGH
SCHOOLS THAT WORK, a
program of the
Southern Regional Education Board, was designed to facilitate
school improvement for high school and middle grades with the goal of preparing
students for careers and further education.
HSTW emphasizes continuing improvement, integrated learning, raising
standards, and work-based learning. As
a part of the total program, HSTW provides member schools with opportunities
for professional development, technical assistance, and information and
assistance in making connections between business and education. Over 1000 schools in 31 states are
affiliated with HSTW. Staunton River
High School, one of Virginia’s first HSTW sites, has been affiliated with HSTW
for the past 11 years, and has been recognized as an HSTW High-Achieving
School.
The primary mission of Staunton River High
School is to assist all students in acquiring the knowledge and skills needed
to become productive, well-rounded citizens.
SRHS Career Building Skills Initiative Link
The following beliefs have been formulated with our
overall mission in mind:
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*Student growth through achievement is the central concern
and
goal of SRHS. |
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*SRHS provides an orderly,
structured learning environment
for
students. |
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*Teachers and administrators assess
student improvement daily. |
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*SRHS uses a
variety of performance criteria to assess
students. |
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*Data is compiled from many sources and
used to evaluate
the program and
progress of our school. |
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*Evaluation of data is used in instructional planning. |
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*Academic programs are assessed individually and
collectively.
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*Classroom instructional strategies are based on
assessment results.
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*Instructional
materials are selected based on student
needs.
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*Teachers, parents,
administrators, and students all have
a voice in the selection of materials. |
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*Teachers, staff,
educational support personnel, and administrators
work to identify and remove barriers to learning. |
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Through High Schools that Work, SRHS encourages
students to: *Carry a full load of classes
each year.
*Excel in career and technical education and academic courses.
*Enroll in more challenging classes some of which provide college credit. |
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For more
information on the Southern Regional Education Board, click here
http://www.sreb.org
For more
information on High Schools That Work in Virginia, Click here
http://www.doe.virginia.gov/
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