Saint Paul Academy Daechi

The following listed goals provide for a continual cycle of improvement within Saint Paul Academy. The curriculum is set up to provide the student with the best education opportunities using the Minnesota State and AERO standards and delivered through an innovative 'Framework for Instruction' driven by constant and consistent assessment and feedback; all conducted under a culture that supports the respect for learning. The building blocks of Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment all connected by a safe 'Culture of Learning' being continually monitored and documented is the foundation of our Improvement Plan.

1. 1. Curriculum & Instruction SPDA will provide a curriculum and instruction protocol that is Minnesota and AERO standards based, and emphasizes a 'Depth of Knowledge' across all academic areas by engaging students in rigorous and relevant content leading to inquiry, problem solving and higher order thinking.
2. 2. Assessment & Data SPDA will consistently employ and array of assessment tools for the purpose of evaluating student progress, identifying student learning needs and providing data driven instruction.
3. 3. Supervision & Evaluation SPDA will ensure that its instructional activities are monitored and supervised through a teacher evaluation system.
4. 4. Culture of Learning SPDA will maintain and foster a safe learning environment to create a 'Culture of Learning' of respect by engaging and challenging students in every aspect of their educational experience in order to develop a community of lifelong learners.