Why do we have early release? Check out the video link by clicking here!
To watch the video, click here.
The Crooked Oak Public Schools' Mission, Vision, and Core Values are the fundamental principles guiding their educational approach, shaping everything from curriculum to school culture. They are a roadmap for student development and community impact.
Mission: Empowering Students with PRIDE
The mission, "At Crooked Oak, our mission is to empower every student to embody PRIDE: Prepared, Respectful, guided by Integrity, Driven, and Enthusiastic," defines the school's core purpose: student empowerment and character development. It moves beyond academics to foster essential life skills. This mission directly influences daily educational practices, ensuring every lesson and interaction contributes to these five key traits. It's the "what" and "why" of Crooked Oak's education.
Vision: PRIDE-ful Students Shaping the Future
The vision, "We envision Crooked Oak Public Schools as a community where PRIDE-ful students lead, learn, and succeed, shaping a brighter future for all," paints a picture of the school's long-term aspirations and desired societal impact. It highlights key educational goals:
Lead: Developing leadership, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Learn: Emphasizing a lifelong pursuit of knowledge.
Succeed: Pointing to academic achievement and readiness for future endeavors.
Shaping a brighter future for all: Stressing the development of citizens who contribute positively to society.
This vision guides strategic planning and curriculum to create well-rounded individuals and impact the broader community. It's the "where we're going" in education.
Core Values: PRIDE in Action
These values are the behavioral blueprints for realizing the mission and vision daily, influencing every decision and interaction.
Prepared to Lead: This informs curriculum and instruction. It means fostering critical thinking, problem-solving, and self-management, preparing students for academic challenges, careers, and civic engagement. Classroom activities encourage initiative and collaboration.
Respectful in Action: This is crucial for a positive and inclusive school culture. It promotes empathy, active listening, and valuing diversity. In education, it translates to teaching social-emotional skills, fostering belonging, and ensuring all voices are heard.
Integrity: This underpins academic honesty and ethical conduct. It means teaching truthfulness, responsible decision-making, and accountability. It impacts policies on cheating, promotes fair play, and builds trust within the school community.
Driven to Succeed: This directly relates to student motivation and perseverance. It involves fostering a growth mindset and resilience through constructive feedback and celebrating effort. It encourages a strong work ethic, pushing students and staff to achieve their full potential.
Enthusiastic Every Step of the Way: This focuses on fostering a love of learning and engagement. It promotes curiosity, creativity, and a positive outlook on challenges. It means designing engaging lessons and celebrating achievements to make learning enjoyable and inspire a lifelong passion for knowledge.
In essence, Crooked Oak's mission, vision, and values form a comprehensive framework for their educational approach, defining their purpose, outlining their aspirations, and guiding their daily actions to ensure a holistic and impactful experience for every student.
Think of your child’s teachers like a team of coaches. On early release Fridays, they:
*Share best strategies* – If a teacher finds a great way to teach something, they share it with others.
*Solve problems together* – Teachers work as a team to help students who may be struggling.
* Learn new skills* – From technology to new teaching methods, teachers use this time to grow professionally.
*Review student progress* – Teachers look at student data to plan how to support each child.
This time directly benefits your child with:
- Better teaching
- Stronger support
- More engaging lessons
- A focus on every student’s success
We know early release can be an adjustment, but it’s truly an investment in your child’s learning. Thank you for your support!
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Estimados padres, ¿Por qué los estudiantes salen temprano todos los viernes? No es para que los maestros puedan irse temprano, los maestros se quedan en el campus trabajando juntos en lo que llamamos "Comunidades de Aprendizaje Profesional" o PLC.
Piense en los maestros de su hijo como un equipo de entrenadores. Los viernes de salida temprana, ellos:
*Comparte las mejores estrategias* – Si un profesor encuentra una buena manera de enseñar algo, lo comparte con otros. *Resolver problemas juntos* – Los maestros trabajan en equipo para ayudar a los estudiantes que pueden estar luchando.
*Aprender nuevas habilidades* – desde la tecnología hasta los nuevos métodos de enseñanza, los profesores aprovechan este tiempo para crecer profesionalmente.
*Revisar el progreso de los estudiantes* – Los maestros observan los datos de los estudiantes para planificar cómo apoyar a cada niño.
Esta vez beneficia directamente a su hijo con:
- Mejor enseñanza
- Mayor apoyo
- Lecciones más atractivas
- Un enfoque en el éxito de cada estudiante
Sabemos que la salida temprana puede ser un ajuste, pero en realidad es una inversión en el aprendizaje de su hijo. ¡Gracias por su apoyo!
Check out this video for back to school information! Back to School Video 1
(Monday - Thursday)
Students must be in class at 8:00 AM
Release will be 3:00 PM
(Every Friday Early Release)
8:00 am - 2:15 PM
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Entrega de estudiantes de primaria por la mañana comienza a las 7:30 AM
(Lunes - Jueves)
Los estudiantes de primaria deben estar en clase a las 8:00 AM
La salida será a las 3:00 PM
(Salida temprana cada viernes)
8:00 AM a 2:15 PM
School Supplies lists for Pre-k through 12th grade! See you at school on August 7th.
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¡Lista de útiles escolares para Pre-K hasta el 12º grado! Nos vemos en la escuela el 7 de agosto.
Elementary: https://www.crookedoak.org/o/coes/page/school-supplies
Middle: https://www.crookedoak.org/o/coms/page/school-supplies
High School: https://www.crookedoak.org/o/cohs/page/school-supplies
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¡Se ha actualizado las reglas de uniforme! ¡Nos vemos el 7 de agosto para el primer día de clases!
