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i Mission Statement The Mashpee Public School System Report of the offers an academic program of sufficient rigor, Kenneth C. Coombs School scope and depth for all students. The over- riding goal of this program is to prepare stu- dents to be confident and capable life-long The goal of the Coombs School is defined by our learners who possess a strong sense of com- Mission Statement. "The Kenneth C.Coombs School munity that will be evidenced in each student's will provide a strong learning environment and a sup- contribution to society over a lifetime. portive community. The Coombs School will focus on building confidence, motivation, problem-solving Our Mission Statement explains the essential skills, responsibility, good work habits, respect and work and the values of the district. We ensure that the appreciation of diversity." We strive to make the academic program is rigorous by holding high expec- Coombs School "A Great Place to Grow in Creating i tations for students, by providing a challenging cur- Tomorrow's Dreams". riculum,and by maintaining a comprehensive program of study. At the Kenneth C. Coombs School and the This past year enrollment was approximately 500 Quashnet School, rigor is addressed through teacher students with the greatest increase seen in the number expectations,primarily thorough the general education of preschool students attending our program. classroom. At the elementary level, volunteers pro- vide additional challenges in mathematics and read- School Council members included Louise Doyle, ing. Mashpee High School students are able to take principal; Carrie Burlein-Pitz, Michelle Lewis-Rice, Advanced Placement and Honors courses, and have Patricia Moran-Nye, staff members; Shawn opportunities to excel in athletics and music. Hendricks,community member;and,Calean LaCroix, Jennifer LeFavor, parents. The School Improvement Vision Plan was implemented addressing six goals. They include academic accountability; safety/security; The vision of the Mashpee Public home/school connection—communications; diversity Schools is to ensure that all students achieve and sensitivity; staff development and technology. A academic excellence in a safe, respectful, and brief overview of these goals include the following: personalized learning environment. Academic accountability provided uninterrupted read- ing/language arts and mathematics blocks, assessment Quality teaching, small class sizes and time and progress monitoring. Safety/security the use of technology will prepare students for strengthened building safety/security, expanded the future challenges. Second Step Program (violence/bullying prevention) and introducing a Positive Behavior Intervention The vision describes what we hope to be in the Program (PBIS). Home/school connection-communi- future. It provides a guiding image for success, and cations maintained a strong PTO and provided oppor- illustrates what the school district will look like when tunities for families to understand curriculum, attend the Strategic Plan is substantially achieved. workshops and interact at evening programs.Diversity and sensitivity provided staff and community mem- Conclusion bers with opportunities to raise awareness and to The Strategic Plan, School Improvement Plans, respect and appreciate other cultures, talents and abil- the Vision Statement and the Mission Statement ities. Staff development allowed for development of reflect consistent priorities: strong achievement for professional learning communities bringing students Mashpee students, quality teaching, small class sizes, to proficient performance in reading/language arts and the use of"current technology, safe and respectful mathematics. Technology provided functional tech- schools, and contribution to the community. These nology for staff and students and provided fanulies documents are living documents that guide our work with a rapid call system. and focus our energies. Officers of the Coombs School PTO included Elizabeth Hendricks, president; Laura Franks, vice president; Kristen Boyd, secretary; Kristin Esdale, corresponding secretary;Louise Doyle,Karen Berube, Claire Lanphear; school representatives. Through their efforts including the holiday fundraiser, the motorcycle raffle, the coffee cake and flower bulbs 121