1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
Subject
1.01 Call to Order
Meeting
May 3, 2017 - School Board Work Session
Category
1. Call to Order -- 4:00 PM
Type
Procedural

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5-YEAR STRATEGIC PLAN STRATEGIES:
 

We will promote NPS as the cornerstone of our community’s well-being.

*Big ideas: Technology, Facilities, Competition, Alumni, Early Learning/Literacy

We will empower and facilitate meaningful family and community partnerships.
*Big ideas: Family dynamics, Poverty, Wrap-around Services, Crisis Interventions, Support Systems, Neighborhood Hubs, Community/Family/Parent Engagement, Volunteer Pathways

We will relentlessly pursue engaged learning through high-quality instruction.
*Big ideas: Highly qualified AND highly effective staff, Professional Learning, Closing the GAP, Funding/Grants; Accountability, College and Career Readiness, Human Resources

We will host environments in which all individuals feel safe and secure.
*Big ideas: Cultural Proficiency, Safety, Climate, Relationships, External Influences, Eco-friendly buildings, Alternative Programs, Facilities

We will nurture a culture of excellence, equity and justice through continuous improvement.
*Big ideas: Cultural Proficiency, Closing the GAP, Increasing Resources, Program Evaluation, Early Learning/Literacy, Zoning, School Choice/Open Enrollment, Accountability, Disproportionate populations, Technology, College and Career Readiness

 

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Board and Division Priorities:

 

1. Ensure full accreditation
2. Increase academic achievement of all students – raise floor and ceiling simultaneously to close achievement gaps
3. Improve climate, safety and attendance
4. Become a School Board of Distinction
5. Promote Norfolk Public Schools to reflect outstanding accomplishments of staff, teachers and students
6. Develop and coordinate a capital improvement plan for facilities and technology to enhance teaching and learning
7. Attract, retain, and help to develop strong academic families and highly qualified teachers and staff

 

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NOTE:

  • 100% IDENTIFICATION VERIFICATION IS IN FORCE...Please remember to bring proper identification (PICTURE ID) to enter the School Administration Building.
  • The Central Administration Building and all Norfolk Public School facilities are NO SMOKING zones.
2. Work Session -- 4:00 PM
Subject
2.01 Superintendent Report
Meeting
May 3, 2017 - School Board Work Session
Category
2. Work Session -- 4:00 PM
Type
Discussion, Report

Subject
2.02 Academic Affairs
Meeting
May 3, 2017 - School Board Work Session
Category
2. Work Session -- 4:00 PM
Type
Discussion, Report

Subject
2.03 School Board Policy Review
Meeting
May 3, 2017 - School Board Work Session
Category
2. Work Session -- 4:00 PM
Type
Discussion, Policy

SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC COMMENT

 

The Norfolk School Board welcomes your input on several policies currently under review.  In its effort to continue to provide a safe and healthy learning environment, the Board is soliciting your input on the content for several policies.

 

Click on a link below to review the policy draft and submit your comments. If you prefer to contact the Board directly, you may do so by emailing schoolboard@npsk12.com.

 

GBEC/JFCH. Tobacco-Free School for Staff and Students

Click here to submit your comments.

 

JHCF. Student Wellness

Click here to submit your comments.

 

JHH. Suicide Prevention and Postvention

Click here to submit your comments.

 


POLICY COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS

VSBA RECOMMENDATIONS


POLICY COMMITTEE PROPOSAL FOR REVIEW ONLY

Subject
2.04 Matters of the Board
Meeting
May 3, 2017 - School Board Work Session
Category
2. Work Session -- 4:00 PM
Type
Information, Discussion
3. Adjournment -- 6:30 PM
Subject
3.01 Meeting Adjourned
Meeting
May 3, 2017 - School Board Work Session
Category
3. Adjournment -- 6:30 PM
Type
Procedural