Ends Policies – Hartford School District

 

The mission of the Hartford School District is to provide and ensure a caring and

dynamic learning community where the intellectual development of students is our

highest priority

 

E 0.0 Universal End

 

Students will graduate from the Hartford School District equipped with a diverse set of knowledge and

skills—achieved through a combination of classroom-based, hands-on and peer-to-peer learning—that will

provide them the foundation to excel in future endeavors.

 

E 1.0 Academic Excellence

 

Students will perform at a high level in these crucial areas of academic expertise: reading skills for

information and interpretation; written and verbal communication skills; problem-solving skills based

on mathematical, scientific and social-scientific knowledge demonstrated through application; and skills

developed through broad knowledge of the arts and humanities. Students will participate in and understand

the benefits of collaborative learning.

 

E 1.1 Technology/Information Skills

 

Students will be proficient in a variety of technologies in ways that are responsible, are respectful, and

enhance both academic and life skills. Students will be able to critically assess and interpret information,

and to communicate that information to others using appropriate technologies.

 

E 2.0 Life Skills

 

Students will demonstrate the ability to develop long-term life goals, to plan for their future, to cooperate with

others, and to live independently within and adapt to an ever-changing world. They will be able to identify

problems and determine the resources and people necessary to help solve them. Students will demonstrate the

qualities essential for succeeding within and outside of the school setting, including integrity, tolerance, self-

motivation and work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and respect for themselves and others.

 

E 2.1 Health & Well Being

 

Students will develop personal and social skills and behaviors that will support their physical, emotional

and mental well-being. Students will demonstrate an understanding of how nutrition, exercise and

athletics, creative outlets, self-reflection, and personal relationships contribute to a healthy, well-adjusted

and productive person.

 

E 3.0 Citizenship

 

Students will demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of how their actions integrate with broader

society, and will participate actively and positively within their school and community. Students will

demonstrate an understanding of citizenship and its essential qualities, including leadership, critical thinking,

self awareness, and respect for multiple viewpoints.

 

E 3.1 Global Awareness

 

Students will demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of the economic, political, environmental

and cultural changes occurring at the global scale, and how these changes impact their communities.