A Message from the Superintendent

2003-2004 Annual Report

Welcome to the School District of Seward Annual Report. The 2003-2004 annual report provides a snapshot of the school district and information about various programs and services for the students of our district. It is a glimpse of the progress our schools continue to make and it will help you see how well our school is meeting state and federal expectations on student performance and school quality.

The School District of Seward has a long history of successfully educating and preparing young people for their roles as adults. Our district began working on a model of going from ìGood to Greatî in the 2003-04 year, establishing a Good to Great Steering Committee and conducting Good to Great Community meetings. As a result of the work of our staff, community group, and our steering committee, new graduate expectations and a new vision were adopted in the district.

Instruction is the essential domain of the classroom teachers and an important initiative to support their efforts began last year. The district began focusing on research-based effective instructional practices across our curricular areas and grade levels. Best practices are research-based instructional strategies that are most effective and equitable in increasing improved student learning. We are excited about our focus on the teaching and learning process.

While recognizing that our children need to be successful on state and local assessments, we understand that our programs need to go beyond that. Our curriculum and instruction is standards-based, and while we consider our district to be a standards-based organization, we want to ensure that learning is both challenging and fun. We focus on maintaining safe learning environments, continually striving to improve our comprehensive educational system.

The State of the Schools report card provides information about how well our district is doing, where it is succeeding, and where there is room for improvement. It is part of a comprehensive system of accountability and also allows us to reflect on the accomplishment of our staff and students in the District. We are very proud of our school and the dedicated teachers and administrators of the district, and most of all, our students.

On behalf of the Seward board of education, administration, and staff, we would like to thank all parents and patrons who serve on committees, help with Booster Club and PTO activities, and all who give of their time and talents to our school district and children.

Thank You

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