Williams Norms
What are the three things we are going to agree to do this year as a staff?
thrive together, elevate learning, and believe that every day counts
What is the first strategic objective of the Williams SIP?
To build a shared understanding of the Portrait of a Graduate.
SIP and DIP
School Improvement Plan, District Improvement Plan
How many Portrait of a Graduate (POG) skills & competencies are there?
6
Which of our norms will hold us all responsible for attending consistently, being prepared, participating actively, being present mentally and physically so that we can leverage the unique skills and perspectives of each person on our team?
Engaging fully
By the end of 2024-2025, what percentage of Williams educators are expected to possess a consistent understanding of the Portrait of a Graduate skills and competencies?
100%
POG
Portrait of a Graduate
Which POG character will help students to write and speak clearly, listen to others, and promote sharing and collaboration?
Cortez the Communicator
We prioritize building collective expertise and creating a school culture that celebrates each other’s growth while moving us all forward by....
Actively Pursue Opportunities to Push the Thinking of the Group Further
What is the goal in the Williams SIP for the second strategic objective around building a culture that fosters deep, durable learning?
By the end of the 2024-2025 school year, district learning/building-based walks at Williams School will demonstrate intentionally planned supports for students with disabilities, ensuring that all students engage in deeper learning experiences through their student work.
PBIS
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports
Who is the POG character that emphasizes grit, perseverance, and curiosity?
Luísa the Lifelong Learner
We value each other’s differences and honor individual perspectives by....
Being honest & being yourself
What is the District Instructional Priority for this school year that is a big part of strategic objective two in the Williams SIP?
ELA educators will create well-structured lessons using the district’s ELA HQIM, Into Reading and Into Literature, to intentionally plan supports for students with disabilities. This will ensure that all students can engage in higher-order thinking tasks and improve their grade-level reading skills (comprehension and fluency), as measured in grades 4, 6, and 9.
SEL
Social Emotional Learning
This POG character encourages students to participate in class, be creative, and take academic risks. Who is it?
Khalid the Critical Thinker
Name one of the other Williams Norms not already mentioned.
Listen Deeply
Demonstrate Respect
Consider Perspectives of Students & Families
What is the expectation for the Second Step SEL Tier I program this year?
The Second Step program at Williams will be reached with 100% fidelity in every grade.
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?
Giovanna the Global Citizen