Genoa-Kingston CUSD #424
Comprehensive Vision Plan
2006

Goal Summary

Expand and improve the instructional opportunities of students through the development of an articulated curriculum and opportunities to provide meaningful challenges in preparing students to excel beyond Genoa-Kingston High School.

Strategic Objectives

  • Creation of a seamless articulated curriculum K-12
  • Foster increase of multi-lingual students
  • Expand AP opportunities at Genoa-Kingston High School
  • Increase opportunities for the cultural and creative arts
  • Foster authentic/critical thinking opportunities at all levels
  • Expand opportunities for high ability learners to move ahead with meaningful challenges

Goal 3 Activities: Phase I--Initiate May 2006

  1. Creation of a District Curriculum Council to oversee and recommend the ongoing development of the K-12 curriculum.  Council will include Administration, Staff and Parent/Community Member.
  2. Creation of Curriculum Maps outlining what students should be able to demonstrate by grade level and aligned to the Illinois State Standards.
  3. Expand opportunities for high ability learners to move ahead in the curriculum with meaningful challenge.
  4. Expand Advanced courses at all levels.
  5. Investigate the implementation of a quality foreign language program at the lower level.

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