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16 Wednesday, February 12, 2020 The Nugget Newspaper, Sisters, Oregon District charts course for future By Jim Cornelius Editor in Chief Sisters schools want to prepare students to change the world. They9ve launched a plan designed to prepare them to do that. The Sisters School District has completed two years of strategic planning to create a framework where schools will: <Invest in relationships that support every student9s growth and sense of belong- ing; create extraordinary learning experiences that make learning real; empower and support students and staff to become the best versions of themselves; prepare students to be courageous individu- als, effective communicators, critical thinkers and problem- solvers for life.= According to the strate- gic plan document released recently by the District, the planning process was launched <in December 20, 2017 with a commitment from Sisters School Board members and Superintendent Curtiss Scholl, to undertake a rigorous, comprehensive and representative process. The process started with a review of District strengths and areas to consider for improvement. It then transitioned to the cre- ation of a multi-year strategic plan.= The plan is built around three goals, and implementa- tion plans and performance measures for each. Goal 1: BELONG Every student is known and connected to adults, peers and resources to develop emotional self-regulation and a foundation of resilience. Goal 2: PREPARE Every student is on a pur- poseful path to graduation and is taking an active role in their academic achievement, goal-setting and character development. Goal 3: INSPIRE Every student is empow- ered to discover their passions and strengths through excep- tional programs, community Serving Sisters Since 1976 For all your building needs right here in Sisters! Lumber • Hardware • Paint • Siding Doors & Windows • Fencing & Decking FREE Local Delivery Hours: M-F 8 to 5, Sat. 8 to 4, Closed Sundays 440 N. Pine St. • 541-549-8141 • www.hoyts.net partnerships and inclusive practices. The plan asserts that stu- dents operate in an <increas- ingly changing world where the work they do and the problems they solve will require the ability to see the big picture, relate well to oth- ers and think creatively. We are committed to educating students to have the confi- dence and capacity to change the world. We know our stu- dents and help them find their strengths and passions. Individual relationships are foundational to everything we do, as is our belief in each student9s ability to become a caring, contributing adult. This requires a focus on the whole individual, including their mental and emotional well-being, beginning with self-awareness and compas- sion. We believe diversity will make us stronger and honor each student9s background, race, ethnicity, sexual orienta- tion and religious affiliation. We believe every student has a unique future and can be successful. We believe kids learn best when education is hands-on, real and relevant to their lives or interests. We are fortunate to live in a unique and special community that makes us stronger, and vice versa.= Over the coming weeks, The Nugget will delve into how the goals of belonging, preparation, and inspiration are being implemented in the schools 4 what progress is being made and what chal- lenges the schools face in delivering on their promise. Sisters Middle School Honor Roll 5th grade 4 4.0: Backus, Juliette; Brang, Mason; Buller, Emmitt; Corcoran, Audrey; Davis, Spencer Ellis, Bauer; Goe-Alayon, Kainoa; Goff, Brandon; Grummer, Pia; Hamerly, T h o m a s ; H o w d y s h e l l , Nevaeh; Morris, Luxen; Sartelle, Gisele; Velikonia, Juliette. 3.5 and above: Mock, Dane; Morris, Kayden; Murphy-Deluca, Dayton; Sharp, Gavin; Stahn, Jessica; Brown, Ava; Duda, Abigail; Spencer, Asher; Talerico, Ryder; Dethlefs, Atigun; Few, Shanita; Gloeckner, Lola; Keyes, Penelope; Mcintire, Heath; Morgan, Creed; Quero, Jesus; Quistgard, Hunter; Vandenack, Cherish. 6th grade 4 4.0: Adelt, Payten; Bowen, Taylin; Derksen, Joseph; Duey, Brooke; Fendall, Gracie; Gerke, Sophia; Gibney, Alexis; Heuberger, Haven; Jaschke, Sierra; O9Neill, Ava; Parker, Kalvin; Polachek, Jesse; Pulver, Dominic; Roberts, Colby; Schwartz, Teegan; Singleton, Kate; Welsh, Teagen. 3.5 and above: Beutler, Josh; Chase, Mattix; Henderson, Lily; Kiefer, Bayla; Miller, Daniel; Nieto, Olivia; Skeels-Sutton, Bailey; Thorsett, Norahl; Dean, Weston; Draper, Dugan; Freeman, Chloe; Hayes, Hudson; Miller, Georgia; Moen, Charles; Murray, Lundyn; Pronold, Cooper; Rex, Isabelle; Stotts, Ava; Yoakum, Brenden; Darst, David; Frankl, Mylene; Funtanellas, Sailor; Landon, Ian; Mcloud, Gwenth; Owens, Weslee. 7th grade 4 4.0: B a c k u s , E m e r s o n ; Bolam, Chloe; Davis, Ella; Davis, Holly; Liddell, Samantha; Martin, Kiara; Merrill, Cooper; Mock, Kayl; Mygakov, Stepan; R i e h l e , Av a ; R u n d l e , Camryn; Scholl, Kathryn; Silva, Diego; Wyland, Shae. 3.5 and above: Berg, John; Haney, Zoey; Hicks, Layla; Jeffrey, Lex; Planty, Solei; Sartelle, Etienne; Stelle, Alisa; Thies, Zach; Turpen, Jack; Velikonia, Jordan; Keeton, Faith; Sager, Garrett; Sahlberg, Emma; Dachtler, Micah; Davis, Bryant; Tisdel, Spencer. 8th grade 4 4.0: Adelt, Presley; Bartlett, Ella; Buller, Kathryn; Christian, Vincent; Draper, Daisy; Greaney, Molly; Parker, Hazell; Reid, Ila; Schiller, Isabelle; Stolasz, Theodore. 3.5 and above: Asson, Hailey; Beutler, Jake; Hepburn, Devan; Liddell, Charley; Vohs, Gracie; Leaver, Bryant; Blakelock, Brooke; Moffat, Lorelai; Kizziar, Juhree; Myhre, Gracelyn; Seymour, Charlotte; Dean, Austin; Vogt, Jayden. SISTERS SCHOOL DISTRIC MISSION Community-connected education th WHO WE ARE: Sisters School District, located at the base of the Three Sisters Mountains in beautiful Central Oregon, is a special place with a cul- ture based on enduring relationships, a highly involved and integrated community, and an intentional connection to the outdoors. We strive to ensure all students are known, and taught, as individuals in order to become the best versions of themselves. This is accomplished by our instructional team focusing on those skills that build confidence in our students’ intellectual, social and emotional competencies to work collaboratively, think critically, communicate effectively and pursue their individual passions in a place-based and project-based learning environment. Our strong core curriculum is enhanced by offering a wide range of unique multidisciplinary classes, co-curricular activities and electives which connect students to their schools, develop their sense of place and bring academics to life. Whether it is a core class or one of the unique programs we offer, the passion poured into the students and curriculum is the same. These intentional efforts ensure our students are engaging others with kindness, connection and con- tributing to their communities as citizens of the world. VISION Sisters School District…the heart of a vibrant a BELONG IC STRATEGIC GOALS Every student is known and connected to adults, peers and resources to develop emotional self-regulation and a foundation of resilience. PREP Every student is on a graduation and is ta in their academic a setting and charac INDICATORS OUR CORE VALUES: Invest in relationships that support every student’s growth and sense of belonging. Create extraordinary t di l learning i experiences i that make learning real. E Empower and d support t students t d t and d st t become the best versions of themsel