School Vision & Mission
What is the mission of PPS?
To empower all students to thrive and build a more equitable and just world.
What is the first strategic objective of the Capeless SIP?
To build a shared understanding of the Portrait of a Graduate.
SIP and DIP
School Improvement Plan, District Improvement Plan
Who is the POG character that encourages students to arrive on time and be prepared for school?
Penelope the Prepared Individual.
What is the vision of CAP?
To create a supportive, equitable, and challenging learning environment where students experience joy in learning and are prepared to succeed.
By the end of 2024-2025, what percentage of educators are expected to understand POG?
At least 85%.
POG
Portrait of a Graduate
Which POG character helps students set Literacy and Math goals and work responsibly both independently and with others?
Roman the Responsible Person.
Name one core value of Pittsfield Public Schools reflected in the SIP.
Educational Excellence, Embrace Human Uniqueness, Joy in Learning, Educational Equity, Sense of Belonging.
What is the third strategic objective in the SIP?
To align the teacher evaluation system with professional learning practices.
PBIS
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports
Who is the POG character that emphasizes grit, perseverance, and curiosity?
Luís the Lifelong Learner.
How is the school community involved in the SIP process?
Through collaboration in Professional Learning Communities, ILT meetings, PBIS Committee, PTO, and School Council.
What will happen to all classrooms by the end of trimester 3?
They will display student-friendly terms of the POG skills and competencies.
If you make a referral to the SST the SSP might suggest a BIP. Name these acronyms.
Student Support Team, Student Support Paraprofessional, Behavior Intervention Plan
This POG character encourages students to participate in class, be creative, and take academic risks. Who is it?
Kai the Critical Thinker.
How many years will it take to complete our strategic intervention plan?
3-5 years
How does the school plan to assess the effectiveness of deep durable learning?
Through learning walks that demonstrate support for students with disabilities and deeper learning experiences.
DDL
Deep Durable Learning
Who is the POG character that focuses on treating others with kindness, being respectful of the environment, and learning about other cultures?
Gabby the Global Citizen.