Cass School District #63 Curriculum Vision Statement

The educators of Cass School District #63 hold forth the vision of this curriculum of excellence that we desire for all students. We have created a vision of curriculum that is:

Meaningful. The Curriculum emphasizes the active construction of meaning, so that all students find purpose in their studies.

Technological. The Curriculum uses technology as one delivery system, examines the influence of technology on student's lives, and gives students the skills they need to use the technology to accomplish their own purposes.

Socially Responsible. The Curriculum develops in students a sense of social responsibility, so that they become aware of their obligations and duties as citizens in a democracy and are especially sensitive to the needs of the poor and the aged.

Multicultural. The Curriculum reflects and is responsive to the cultural diversity of this nation and our community, so that students develop a sense of pride in their own heritage and a respect for that of others.

Differentiated. The Curriculum reflects that each student learning takes place at different rates and stages and thus the complexity, structure level and support is based on individual needs.

Reflective. The Curriculum fosters in students the skills and attitudes of reflection so they are able to think critically, creatively and affirmatively.

Holistic. The Curriculum gives appropriate emphasis to all the significant aspects of growth and all the types of human intelligence, helping students see the connections between the separate subjects.

Global. The Curriculum develops in students an awareness of global interdependence in all aspects of life, including the environment and the economy.

Open-Ended. The Curriculum is open-ended in two ways: it is open to revision and continued refinement; and it provides open access to all students, so that students are not tracked into dead-end careers.

Goal-Based. The Curriculum focuses on significant goals, so that students develop the critical skills and acquire the knowledge they need for effective lifelong learning and full functioning as citizens in a changing society.

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