OUR PRIORITIES
A clear focus for Ross School.
01
Continue Ross School’s academic growth and excellence
Build on Ross School’s strong academic foundation and prepare students for continued success.
✓Maintain Ross School’s standing as a Top 10 District in California
✓Broaden how we measure success by tracking high school placement and how well students are prepared for high school
02
Give every student the opportunity to succeed
Support the whole student with engaging learning experiences and services that promote well-being.
✓Bring more enrichment and immersive learning into the curriculum
✓Improve facilities and services to support student well-being, including a more appropriate solution to the school lunch program
03
Attract and retain outstanding teachers and administrators
Help exceptional educators and school leaders do their best work for Ross students.
✓Give educators the support and resources they need to thrive
✓Work constructively with the superintendent and administrators
04
Preserve financial responsibility and oversight of the school budget
Manage district resources with care, transparency, and a long-term perspective.
✓Invest in the school’s long-term success, which benefits students and the broader Ross community by increasing property values
05
Manage classroom technology thoughtfully and safely
Use technology purposefully while protecting focused, age-appropriate learning environments.
✓Remove distractions from the learning environment, building on the current trustees’ decision to remove student cell phones from school
✓Continue to monitor the appropriate use of technology in the classroom and limit screen time to what supports learning
HOW WE WILL LEAD
Listen first. Work together. Keep students at the center.
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