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Board of the Year - 2007
The Washington State School Directors’ Association (WSSDA) has named the South Whidbey School Board, 2007 Boards of the Year. This prestigious state award recognizes school district boards of directors that have demonstrated outstanding efforts and accomplishments in promoting student achievement. South Whidbey joins the boards of Richland and White Pass in receiving this honor. |
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Members of the board were honored November 14, during the association’s annual conference in Seattle. The awards, which include a gift of $500 form the Washington State School Boards’ Educational Foundation, are presented to a board from a small, medium and large school district.
South Whidbey received the award for school districts with enrollments from 1001 to 5000. South Whidbey’s enrollment is approximately 1,900. Members of the board are Fred O’Neal, Rich Parker, Helen Price-Johnson, Bob Riggs and Steven Scoles. Fred McCarthy is superintendent. Actions and accomplishments attributed to the board include:
• Restoring public trust and confidence in the district through a systematic approach to solving academic, financial and personnel challenges.
• Developing a long-range plan for continuous improvement in the district’s teaching and learning programs.
• Providing support and personal involvement in key areas such as community engagement, facilities planning, technology improvements and labor relations.
• Establishing and adhering to a vision and mission that supports the administration in developing new initiatives and removing obstacles related to student success.
• Active involvement in advocacy for public schools at the state and national level.
Dr. McCarthy noted that, “this hard working board in partnership with the administration, teachers, parents, students and community has overcome a number of obstacles and dealt with a great deal of adversity over the past few years. The district is now recognized as a leader in promoting student achievement.“ Dr. McCarthy stated, “This award is an example of our community partnership as we strive to fulfill our vision of ‘Creating Schools For A World Class Community’”.
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| SWSD Board of Year Release
District press release on the Board of the Year award.
Board of Year Release (pdf) |
| WSSDA Board of Year
This is a copy of the submission to the Washington State School Director's Association on behalf of South Whidbey School District.
WSSDA Board Submission (pdf) |
| Whidbey Record Article Follow this link to the South Whidbey Record article on the school board's award.
Board Article |
| Board Goals 2006-07
The Board of Directors of South Whidbey School District have developed goals for the 2006-2007 school year in four areas: Vision , Structure, Accountability and Advocacy.
To review these goals, please follow the link below.
Complete Board Goals |
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