Hamilton County School Districts
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ALLIANCE ACADEMY OF CINCINNATI
Founded in 2003, Alliance Academy of Cincinnati is a member of National Heritage Academies. We believe in a structured academic environment. Our program not only supports state standards, but provides a unique college-bound approach that delivers the specific knowledge and skills students are expected to master in each subject area and at each grade level. We share in your desire to develop a child’s heart as well as his or her mind. As a result, we’ve designed a unique moral focus program that works to support our parents’ efforts to instill character in their children by reinforcing and demonstrating universal virtues such as integrity, wisdom, courage, and respect. At Alliance Academy of Cincinnati, parents are an integral part of their child's elementary and middle school education. In many ways, they are as important as the teachers themselves. Our environment encourages parents to take an active role in partnership with the school.
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CINCINNATI CITY
The Cincinnati Public School District dates from its official start in 1829 as a district called The Common Schools of Cincinnati. "At Cincinnati Public Schools, we are accelerating progress and offering excellent academic programs, small classes, highly qualified teachers, and after-school programs that prepare all our students for life."
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CINCINNATI LEADERSHIP ACADEMY
Cincinnati Leadership Academy is a small school with a caring, family atmosphere. Built with your family's needs in mind, Cincinnati Leadership offers a tuition-free choice that is innovative and achieving. Your child will thrive in our safe and nurturing environment where we know and care for every student. Key features include: Strong core curriculum - math, science, language arts, social studies; Enhanced leadership and service learning education; Before- and after-school care/programs; Breakfast and lunch programs, free lunch for qualified students; Dress code; Full-day kindergarten; Personalized attention; Safe, nurturing environment. The school curriculum follows the Ohio state standards and benchmarks for quality academics.
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DEER PARK COMMUNITY CITY
Deer Park Community School District is located in a small two-square mile area reminiscent of a small town environment and is a hidden gem in the metropolitan area. About 10 miles north of downtown Cincinnati, it includes the city of Deer Park, a part of Sycamore Township, and a small portion of the city of Silverton. The intimate community setting includes both the comfort and security of a small town school system and the benefits of an outstanding suburban educational program. What began as a one room school house in 1826 has grown to a four- building system. Each Deer Park school has been strategically located, providing proximity to students. Deer Park is a “walking” school district. District Mission Statement: Helping Our Students Succeed is the HEART of EducationWhat is the HEART of Education? Heart of Instruction- a focus on the social/emotional well-being of our students. Deer Park Schools has numerous clubs, teams, and organizations which help students grow socially and develop emotionally. Engaged Parents/Businesses/Community- emphasizes the fostering of relationships with all entities of the school community including the city, the township, businesses, school boosters groups, and more. Academic Achievement- our district and staff's primary focus as it is paramount that each student achieves his/her ultimate level of success. Overall our State Repord Card scores indicating student achievement continue to increase district-wide due to the hard work and collaboration of our staff, students, and community. As of 2011, the Deer Park School District is rated EXCELLENT. Responsive Learning Environment- provides the direction to utilize our facilities to best serve our students and community. Our facilities range in age from 54 years to 104 years old and have served the district well through upgrades and meticulous maintenance. Taxes Well Spent- encourages all to make meaningful and wise educational decisions and be good stewards of the tax payers' money while optimally serving our students. To date, the last operating levy our district placed in front of the voters was in 2004-2005.
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DOHN COMMUNITY
Our mission is to provide a quality education through shared responsibility in a safe supportive environment for all students to meet the challenges of a global society. We are “Committed to Excellence”, and we work hard to make the site a primary source for timely information for all users, and a main gateway for improved communication between parents, teachers, students and other members of our community.
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EAST END COMM HERITAGE SCHOOL
EAST END COMMUNITY HERITAGE SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM is a unique community-based school operated by educators who have met the STATE OF OHIO EXCELLENT with DISTINCTION AWARD and modeled on community structures, culture, and social practices. MISSION STATEMENT: . Engage children in high quality educational experiences that build and nurture a desire for life-long learning. . Prepare students for the work force and/or post-secondary education-meshing theory and practice. . Use the communities' heritage and culture as the learning base for the acquisition of knowledge and skills. . Close the gap between community, family, school, and work by involving the whole community in the school in meaningful ways. . Serve as a model for other community, schools urban and rural.
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FOREST HILLS LOCAL
The Forest Hills School District is a comprehensive preschool through 12th-grade school district located in the southeastern suburbs of Cincinnati. The district serves nearly 7,800 students living in the communities of Anderson Township and the Village of Newtown. The combined population of these two communities is about 45,000. Vision: Success for all students. Mission: To provide educational opportunities that enable our students to acquire the knowledge, skills and personal qualities necessary for responsible citizenship and lifelong learning.
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GREAT OAKS INST OF TECHNOLOGY
Great Oaks, one of the largest career and technical education districts in the United States, has been providing career development, workforce development and economic development services to individuals, business, industry, labor, communities and other organizations in southwest Ohio since 1970. Our Vision: We will ensure the career and academic success of each individual learner; We will be vital to the educational and economic growth of our communities; We will be recognized as the leader in career and technical education. Our Mission: We will provide quality career and technical education programs and services. Our Values: Honesty, Trust, Respect, Quality, Equity
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HAMILTON CNTY MATH & SCIENCE
Mission Statement: To provide a challenging academic curriculum that meets and exceeds current standards in a safe, nurturing environment. Our Vision: A school focused on all students reaching their highest potential.
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HAMILTON COUNTY ESC
We’re here to make your life easier. Bring us your challenges; we’ll help you solve them … whether they are in the areas of education, business or anything else you need. Customer Driven Innovation - jointly designed solutions customized to produce results that matter. Integrated Service Delivery - systemic approaches provide seamless integrated solutions to make your life easier. Measurable Outcomes - solutions that improve performance, increase effectiveness, enhance efficiencies, reduce cost, and ramp up productivity. EDUCATION SERVICES: Our educational services and programs, delivered through a staff of 500+ experienced and talented professionals, meet the changing needs of the PreK-12 school community. We design programs and offer services and support in the areas of special education, curriculum, standards, leadership, assessment, data analysis, instruction, professional development, educational technology ... and so much more! BUSINESS SERVICES: Our expertise extends well beyond education. Our ever-expanding business-related services include graphic design and digital printing, technology administration, insurance consortia, personnel and financial services, and a unified purchasing cooperative. We are agile and fast to respond to our rapidly changing context. We ensure organizational sustainability and viability – for various types of organizations – through cost saving breakthroughs, value generating innovations, and the development of new business models. Whatever you need, we are here to help. We have been helping schools, students, and community service organizations succeed for nearly a century. How can we make your life a little easier?
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HORIZON SCIENCE ACADEMY-CINCINNATI
The mission of Horizon Science Academy Cincinnati is to create a learning community in which: teachers, parents and students work together to develop young people who are confident and achieve academic excellence in a powerful college prep curriculum; students do not question “whether” they will go to college, but instead ask “when” and “where”; students understand that with hard work, dreams are possible; students develop the skills in math, science, and technology necessary to become bold inquirers, analytical thinkers, and ethical leaders in the 21st century; and students are empowered to become productively engaged in the local community and broader society.
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INDIAN HILL EXEMPTED VILLAGE
We believe in a community of learners that supports the dignity and growth of all its members, including students, staff, and parents. In a community, members work together for the common good, display concern for others, and respect differences. We believe in inquiry as the key educational enterprise, encompassing curiosity, love of learning, intellectual discipline, core knowledge and skills, and the search for meaning. We believe in the individual as a changing person, capable of learning and growing throughout life. We believe that responsible citizens apply what they know for the benefit of others through service, leadership, and active participation. We believe we must prepare ourselves to live and work in a context of constant change: technology, global interdependence, and cultural diversity transform our present, providing crucial opportunities to shape the future. These five beliefs guide our statement of purpose, our vision for the District, and our goals for all students.
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KING ACADEMY COMMUNITY SCHOOL
King Academy Community School recognizes the need to educate the whole child: 1) academically, 2) physically, 3) morally, and 4) aesthetically. We obtain our mission by: a) stressing academic excellence, b) a positive attitude towards oneself and others, c) self-discipline, and d) the preservation of good moral standards. King Academy strives to instill the following values in our students: Commitment to achieving excellence; Respect for others and appreciation of diversity; Kindness, caring and compassion; Honesty and integrity; Fairness and justice; Personal responsibility and accountability; Commitment to community
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LIFE SKILLS CENTER OF HAMILTON COUNTY
Life Skills Center of Hamilton County provides a teacher-assisted, computer-based learning environment in which students may work at their own pace. The staff of Highly Qualified Teachers and licensed professionals provides students with the individual attention they need to achieve academic success. Once a student has enrolled, the Life Skills experience begins with orientation, where the students are transitioned into our unique academic model. We individually assess each student’s needs and abilities and create a Life Skills Learning Plan uniquely designed to ensure that our students receive the necessary support and resources to graduate with a state-recognized high school diploma. Life Skills uses the Apex Learning Series for our core curriculum subjects. The Apex Learning Series is aligned with Ohio State Standards and includes reading, language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science. Life Skills also uses a number of supplemental curricula, including A+ Anywhere Learning System, OCIS, How to Master, Spark 3000, GRADS Parenting Class, and careerbased intervention and life skills training.
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LIFE SKILLS CTR OF CINCINNATI
Life Skills Center of Cincinnati provides a teacher-assisted, computer-based learning environment in which students may work at their own pace. The staff of Highly Qualified Teachers and licensed professionals provides students with the individual attention they need to achieve academic success. Once a student has enrolled, the Life Skills experience begins with orientation, where the students are transitioned into our unique academic model. We individually assess each student’s needs and abilities and create a Life Skills Learning Plan uniquely designed to ensure that our students receive the necessary support and resources to graduate with a state-recognized high school diploma. Life Skills uses the Apex Learning Series for our core curriculum subjects. The Apex Learning Series is aligned with Ohio State Standards and includes reading, language arts, mathematics, social studies, and science. Life Skills also uses a number of supplemental curricula, including A+ Anywhere Learning System, OCIS, How to Master, Spark 3000, GRADS Parenting Class, and career-based intervention and life skills training.
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LIGHTHOUSE COMMUNITY SCH INC
Lighthouse Community School (LCS) specializes in highly individualized, flexible, and intensive strategies to meet the educational needs of youth in the child welfare system. The school takes pride in employing unconditional positive approaches to foster a safe, stable community that develops effective social skills and enhances academic progress. LCS strives to be the permanent educational home for children in the child welfare system who need stability through multiple placements. LCS is responsive to caseworkers who place children in the school, understanding the challenges they face in meeting the educational needs of the children whom they serve. Lighthouse Community School effectively deals with social and emotional barriers. Eighty four percent of the students with a mental health diagnosis who have been in LCS all year show significant gain in employability and life skills. Even though 78% of the students enrolled in LCS had a DSM IV diagnosis such as ADHD or bipolar disorder, all of the students eligible to graduate (seven) did in fact graduate.
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LOCKLAND LOCAL
Lockland School District proudly offers our resident and open enrollment students a unique educational experience promoting small town values, rich in tradition. Lockland provides a private-school approach with a “small school, big experience” flavor for public school students. Lockland students value their opportunity to receive individual attention in our small class size school environment.
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MADEIRA CITY
The Madeira City School District has earned the designation of 'Excellent' on the state report card every year since the inception of the rating system. Our students are among the highest performers in the state on the ACT, SAT, and state achievement tests. The Ohio Department of Education has recognized Madeira High School (2006) and Madeira Elementary School (2006, 2007) with the State Superintendent's Award of Distinction. This award is presented to schools in which 75 percent of all students, including students with disabilities, scored proficient or above on the state achievement tests or the Ohio Graduation Tests in reading and mathematics. Mission: In partnership with parents and community, Madeira City Schools provides and promotes a positive learning environment that challenges each learner to achieve full academic potential for excellence and be a responsible, educated, and caring individual now and in the future. The vision of Madeira City Schools is to strengthen our learning community for students, teachers, and parents whereby we become ….. A school community where learning is personalized and success is ensured.
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MARIEMONT CITY
Delivering a world-class education since 1879, Mariemont City Schools serves the eastern Cincinnati suburbs of Fairfax, Terrace Park, Mariemont, and Columbia Township. A small community feel combined with big opportunities creates the learning experience that is uniquely Mariemont City Schools. The Mariemont City Schools' mission is to provide the utmost in quality education for our Scholars of Today by offering enriching opportunities for individual achievement to inspire our Leaders of Tomorrow.
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MOUNT AUBURN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY
The Mt. Auburn International Academy (MAIA) will be recognized as a provider of top quality education to a highly diverse student body. MAIA will strive to help all students achieve their full potential, prepare them for success in college, equip them with the ability and desire for lifelong learning, and strengthen their civic, ethical, and moral values. MAIA will maintain high standards of efficiency and accountability throughout its operation.
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MT HEALTHY CITY
In Mount Healthy, we believe education shall contribute to the continuous improvement of our democratic society and the cultures which exist through the development of concerned, contributing and patriotic citizens. The dignity and worth of the individual will be respected and each individual should be given the opportunity to participate in our society to the best of his/her ability. The educational program should be conducive to the maximum intellectual, physical, social and emotional development of all youth. Basic knowledge, skills, understandings, and appreciations are necessary for full life functioning. All youth should be introduced to the humanities and the arts and provided the opportunity to pursue them to the extent that their interests and capabilities will allow. The continuous assessment of the immediate and projected personal and societal needs of our youth should be carried on to provide the basics for program changes needed to prepare them for a life of continuous growth. The development of self-appraisal skills, decision making and critical thinking techniques by our youth should help them in assuming the responsibility for setting realistic, immediate, and long-range academic and career goals.The development of moral and ethical values on the part of youth is an important aspect of personal maturity, for which the parents should assume the primary responsibility. However, the schools should reinforce their efforts through value clarification experiences. Continuous physical, mental and emotional growth and development should be promoted through the maintenance of a personalized and appropriate educational program for our youth.The development and implementation of a program of continuous evaluation based upon stated goals and objectives is necessary for effective program revision and improvement.
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NORTH COLLEGE HILL CITY
In partnership with family and community, The North College Hill City School District empowers students to achieve their highest potential in a safe, caring, respectful environment. North College Hill City School District includes the city of North College Hill and portions of Springfield Township. North College Hill is a small, northern suburb of Cincinnati with a diverse population of about 10,000 residents.
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NORTHWEST LOCAL
The Northwest Local School District is located in Hamilton County, approximately 12 miles from downtown Cincinnati, Ohio, and covers an area of 56 square miles. It serves pupils from Colerain, Green, Ross and Springfield Townships, with Colerain Township serving as its nucleus The Northwest Local School District is a source of pride and a major part of the community serving just over 9,800 students in one early learning center, eight elementary schools, three middle schools, two high schools and two career centers. Mission: We champion life-long learning, affording all students the knowledge and skills necessary to realize their full potential in life. Vision: We will provide quality and innovation in educational programming and instruction, enabling all students to successfully confront the challenges of the future.
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OAK HILLS LOCAL
The Oak Hills Local School District is the third largest school system in Hamilton County, located in western Cincinnati. Educational opportunities for the approximately 8,100 preschool through 12th graders teach innovation, collaboration, communication, adaptability, and provide real world experiences for future academic and social growth. The district boasts nine straight Excellent ratings on the state report card, and is recognized locally, across the state and nationally for excellence in academics, technology, the fine arts, athletics, and extracurricular activities. Among the best, we continue to strive for better.
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ORION ACADEMY
Founded in 2004, Orion Academy is a member of National Heritage Academies. We believe in a structured academic environment. Our program not only supports state standards, but provides a unique college-bound approach that delivers the specific knowledge and skills students are expected to master in each subject area and at each grade level. We share in your desire to develop a child’s heart as well as his or her mind. As a result, we’ve designed a unique moral focus program that works to support our parents’ efforts to instill character in their children by reinforcing and demonstrating universal virtues such as integrity, wisdom, courage, and respect. At Orion Academy, parents are an integral part of their child's elementary and middle school education. In many ways, they are as important as the teachers themselves. Our environment encourages parents to take an active role in partnership with the school.
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P.A.C.E. HIGH SCHOOL
P.A.C.E. High School is an Ohio community school that opened September 7, 2004. It is a continuous progress school for students who have tried another high school and wish a fresh start to complete their secondary education. P.A.C.E. stands for Progress, Achievement, Choice and Empowerment of each of its students. The school exists to help students determine how to move on given their strengths and their willingness to work to empower themselves. P.A.C.E. Mission Statement: P.A.C.E. High School will use computer technology to help at-risk high school students earn a diploma or certificate using teacher facilitated on-line courses and a flexible schedule in a caring learning environment. Students will make continuous Progress, achieve Academic excellence, make Choices for how quickly to complete courses and be Empowered to succeed in the world of work and/or higher education.
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PRINCETON CITY
The Princeton City School District includes the communities of Evendale, Glendale, Lincoln Heights, Sharonville, Springdale, Woodlawn, Sycamore Township and portions of other township areas north of Cincinnati, Ohio. The estimated 50,000 residents in the district enjoy one of the finest and most comprehensive school systems in the state of Ohio. Princeton schools provide a center of activity for students and adults. Academic, cultural, and athletic interests can be explored and expanded to meet the needs of individual residents. The educational opportunities for students and adults are unsurpassed in their breadth and quality. The philosophy of the school district includes a belief in the dignity and worth of all individuals. The greatest value is placed on individual development. The basic skills are emphasized throughout the instructional program. Students are continually encouraged to perfect their skills in oral and written communication, reading, and mathematics. Princeton is one of only twenty-two school districts in the state to offer its students the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, as well as an extensive selection of curriculum offerings and special programs for its students.
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READING COMMUNITY CITY
The mission of the Reading Community City Schools, an active and caring community, is to guarantee the development of all students as successful, life-long learners who become contributing citizens after graduation. This is accomplished by providing a challenging, comprehensive curriculum, best practice instruction, and quality extracurricular activities supported by an exceptional staff in state-of-the-art facilities in partnership with parents and community.
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RIVERSIDE ACADEMY
Preparing students for the future is a colossal yet exciting task. The Academy takes great pride in giving our teachers and students the tools they need to achieve success. Our textbooks, resources, and materials are aligned with the Ohio Department of Education’s State Standards. (We view these standards as the road map that directs our students to their goals.) By using our course of study and progressive technology, we equip our sta! and students to reach their fullest potential. The combination of dedicated people and resources demonstrates our ongoing e!ort to give each child the best possible education.
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SOUTHWEST LOCAL
These are the beliefs that guide our actions as a school district and our attitudes about our students, parents and staff: We believe . . . - Education needs to take a leadership role in improving society. - In a working partnership among students, parents, staff and community that takes responsibility for learning and is committed to excellence in education. - In providing the best possible learning environment by hiring, developing and retaining quality personnel. - Quality education depends on appropriate educational resources. - In our ever-changing society, students need experiences that include the basics and provide activities to develop problem solving, decision making and creative thinking skills. - In maximizing students' potential, recognizing their differences and adapting the overall learning process to meet individuals' need. - Education is a lifelong process that occurs both inside and outside the classroom. - In promoting independent learning through discipline, motivation and high expectations - In promoting and improving positive self-esteem. - In teaching democratic principles that promote good character and citizenship. - In providing activities/programs that help develop well-rounded students who can cope with everyday pressures. - In instilling recognition of and respect for the rights, thoughts, feelings and contributions of others. - In the continuous evaluation and revitalization of the educational system.
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ST BERNARD-ELMWOOD PLACE CITY
We are a school district with dedicated employees who are working to help your children succeed. Our standards are high, and we believe we have an obligation to provide each child with an education and skills that help him or her succeed in life beyond high school - be it in higher education or in the workforce.
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SUMMIT ACADEMY COMMUNITY SCHOOL - CINCINNATI
Summit Academy Cincinnati Community School is dedicated to educating all students; however, we specialize in the education of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Asperger's Syndrome. We adhere to the philosophy that every student can learn given the appropriate instruction for that child; therefore, individualized instruction is not just a theory, it is fundamental in our educational model.
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SUMMIT ACADEMY TRANSITION HIGH SCHOOL-CINCINNATI
Summit Academy Transitional High School Cincinnati is dedicated to educating all students, however, specializing in the education of children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Asperger's Syndrome. We adhere to the philosophy that every student is an individual and therefore they shall be treated as the individual that they are.
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SYCAMORE COMMUNITY CITY
Sycamore is a place where learning is a priority, friendliness abounds, and students are the heart of all we do. With a history rich in tradition and a supportive community, our culture fosters high expectations, a rigorous curriculum, and total devotion to young people. VISION STATEMENT: Cultivating a culture that honors a tradition of excellence where learners are empowered to reach their full potential in an ever-changing world. MISSION STATEMENT: Sycamore Community Schools will provide challenging and engaging educational experiences to equip students with critical skills that promote intellectual, social, emotional, and physical growth.
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T.C.P. WORLD ACADEMY
The Mission of T.C.P. World Academy is for students to become academically involved, independent learners through participation in micro-society activities utilizing technology for higher learning. Our students will understand the rationale for their education and the importance of this experience and viable participation in a global society.
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THREE RIVERS LOCAL
Vision: Three Rivers School District: A learning community committed to excellence. Mission ? Provide challenging and comprehensive curricula that promote individual achievement and growth. ? Facilitate professional development to ensure a quality staff. ? Provide a disciplined safe and caring environment for students and staff. ? Develop a positive relationship with all parents and community members. ? Implement the definition of education as both academic and social by providing students with opportunities to participate and/or lead extra and co-curricular activities. ? Provide efficient and productive facilities that benefit students and the greater community.
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WINTON WOODS CITY
Located 15 miles north of metropolitan Cincinnati, the Winton Woods City School District serves approximately 3,500 students from the three neighboring communities of Greenhills, Forest Park and northern Springfield Township. We are committed to make Winton Woods City School District a district of choice throughout Southwest Ohio for families, faculty, staff, students, and businesses. This will be based on ? state-of-the art physical facilities; ? thriving enrichment programs open to all ages in each of the district’s communities; and ? adoption of the Asia Society’s International Studies Schools Network and KnowledgeWorks’ New Technology Foundation models for developing global competencies. ? Student outcomes will reflect our investments in teacher and parent training by high student achievement. Our ultimate goal is to create an education system designed to teach core subjects integrated with 21st Century themes to ensure that all students graduate both with content knowledge, but also critical thinking & problem solving skills, creativity & innovation, and the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively. ? We will measure our success by ? increased student enrollment; ? increased citizen participation ?by parents of students and non-parents, ? rising investments in community development, in new and renovated housing, and in business start-ups and expansions. ? We will develop a partnership with critical players in community development that will invest in creating public awareness of our achievements via increased media attention, leading to a reputation for excellence throughout the region.
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WYOMING CITY
The Wyoming City School District serves children in the City of Wyoming, Ohio, a small residential community of 2.8 square miles centrally located with easy access to downtown Cincinnati. Wyoming offers the advantages of both a small town and the amenities of a big city. This progressive community of 8,300 residents has long-valued and supported education at the absolute highest level. Their expectations are reflected in the commitment of the school district to provide an “excellent” education for each student through rigorous academics, an outstanding faculty, individual attention, and enrichment opportunities. We are committed to fostering 21st century habits and authentic learning, inquiry based experiences which will lead to all students reaching their full potential, responsible citizenship, global competency, and life-long learning.