Broward County's High School Redesign
Mission, Vision & Beliefs
Core Principles
Strategic Areas of Focus
Goals
Rubrics to Benchmark Progress
Glossary of Terms
Resources

 

All State, District, and Redesign Goals Aligned  

The Goals and Objectives for Broward's High School Redesign

The Goals of Cohort 5 are the goals of the redesign initiative with the Smaller Learning Communities Federal Grant.  They are aligned with the Core Principles of The Blueprint for High School Redesign.

Goal One:  To engage students academically.
1.1  By June 2012, increase by 5 percent the number of students who score level  three or better on FCAT in reading.
1.2  By June 2012, increase by 5 percent the number of students who score level three or better on FCAT in mathematics.
1.3  By June 2012, increase the percentage of students enrolled in classes of high rigor (Advanced Placement, Honors, Dual Enrollment) by 10 percentage points compared to 2006-07.
1.4  By June 2012, increase the graduation rate (completing in 4 years) by 5 percentage points over 2006-07.
1.5  By June 2012, increase the percentage of students enrolled in postsecondary education apprenticeships, or advanced training by 20 percentage points compared to 2006-07.


Goal Two:  To personalize the learning environment for all students.
2.1  By June 2012, provide evidence that all students will be in smaller learning     communities by random selection or choice.
2.2  By June 2012, increase the percentage of students reporting contact with an adult advocate who is familiar with student needs and aspirations by 75% over the number reported in the Student Survey.


Goal Three:  To engage entire community in articulating a shared vision.
3.1  By June 2012, increase the percentage of parent community member involvement in academic/instructional support, development of program goals, and activities within the Smaller Learning Community of 50 percentage points over 2006 -07 year levels.

 

Florida Department of Education's Goals of High School Reform

 
Goal 1:
Increase the academic achievement levels of high school students.
 
Goal 1a:
Increase the percent of graduates prepared to enter postsecondary institutions without remediation.
 
Goal 2:
Increase the percent of high school graduates.
 
Goal 3:
Increase the percent of graduates who begin their post-secondary path to college or career while in a Florida high school.


Broward County School Board Goals

 
Goal 1:
All students are able to achieve at their highest potential.
 
Goal 2:
All schools should have access to equitable resources.
 
Goal 3:
All operations of the school system should demonstrate best business practices while supporting student achievement.
 
Goal 4:

All stakeholders should work together to build a better school system.