Perrins
Thank You Chewelah Patrons & Matrons.
Commitment to do our best begins with gratitude
There are very few words that better describe or explain gratitude than, “Thank You.” We all use this expression of gratitude often if not daily. How we say “thank you” shows our level of sincerity. The actions and behaviors following an expression of gratitude also indicate the depth of sincerity. Being grateful is best shown and expressed with action demonstrating responsibility to those that give.
Gratitude is the result feeling we get and is more prevalent when the giver and the receiver of “kindness” are closely associated. This close association helps the receiver avoid senses of entitlement and fosters commitment to be more responsible. The giver is more likely to support when their sacrifice is respected and acknowledged. The Chewelah School District is accountable and responsible for student learning. Student academic success is the best way the Chewelah School District can express gratitude for the support we receive continuously from the Chewelah Community.
The Chewelah School District wishes to thank the Chewelah Community for the sacrifices it makes on behalf of students by supporting EP&O levies and Capital levies over the decades. The commitment of the Chewelah community is long standing and impressive. Given the struggles we all face economically in our current unpredictable and highly inflated climate, voters recently approved our replacement levies on February 13, showing an even more impressive commitment. The financial sacrifices made by so many is appreciated and acknowledged by staff and the Board of Directors. Thank you, Chewelah!
The Chewelah School District is committed to using the approved replacement levy funds for their intended purposes. These purposes have been shared over many communication platforms and methods. You can view how the levy funds will be used to support the vision of the Chewelah School District by visiting our website. Go to the tab “District” and select “Levies, Bonds and Projects.” I also encourage everyone to read the quarterly newsletter, The Chewelah Academia. This newsletter along with our website and school building communications are designed to communicate our goals, progress and work.
The support of the Chewelah community has made it possible for the Chewelah School District to continue its vision, purpose, and commitment to students. The Chewelah School District vision set by the Board of Directors reads:
The Chewelah School District engages and empowers students and staff through rigorous,
21st Century learning in a safe, caring environment.
Chewelah School District believes all kids can learn and acknowledges that students don’t all learn in the same way or at the same rate. Therefore, the District supports student achievement in two key ways:
The District delivers rigorous curriculum processes and supports 21st Century skills, which are aligned with Washington State standards. Rigorous learning challenges students’ thinking in new and interesting ways. This occurs when students are guided toward an understanding of fundamental ideas and are driven by curiosity to discover what they don’t know. 21st Century Skills are embedded in instructional and assessment practices and include:
- Critical Thinking and Problem Solving;
- Creativity and Innovation Skills;
- Collaboration, Teamwork, and Leadership;
- Cross-Cultural Understanding;
- Communication, Information, and Media Literacy;
- Computing and Information Technology;
- Career and Learning Self-Reliance
The District provides an environment for learning that is brain-compatible, one that uses research-based strategies and tactics of instruction aligned to how the brain is designed to learn. Teachers engage students with best practices for the discipline according to the age and developmental level of students, using strategies selected for alignment with Webb’s Depth of Knowledge. Teachers actively cultivate a “growth mindset,” so that students engage in self-reflection and take ownership of their learning and progress. Students construct meaning of concepts and ideas and develop skill sets, mindsets through 21st Century Habits of Mind which are modeled, expected, and supported during the teaching/learning process. Assessment is aligned with instruction to provide valid and meaningful feedback to students, parents, and other teachers to improve learning.
As Superintendent of the Chewelah School District, I am also committed to visiting, listening, and/or answering questions from our patron or matron of our community so that our partnership remains successful on behalf of our students.
Jason Perrins
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