· A student:teacher ratio that supports teaching and learning. All students need some one on one or small group learning opportunities; these are less possible with larger class-sizes
· Focused academic support: when a student is not learning, what can be done? Are there reading, writing, math and science specialists available for learning support? How quickly is the support available? What is available for my child?
· Education for the whole child: mind, body and soul. Being a student is tough! Today, schools educate students about physical health, mental health and everyday social skills.
· Culturally relevant education: history and literature are vital to our future. We ask district curriculum leaders to plan instruction and celebrations of under-represented cultures to provide a balanced inclusive representation of all cultures.
Less testing, more learning: Standardized testing is taking away from learning. We would like to limit the number of standardized testing days for each grade level.
· One to one technology: very few jobs exist without technology as a requirement; if you do not need to operate technology to complete the job, you often need the basics to get the job. Quincy students deserve to be prepared for technology in the workforce.
· Access to textbooks 24/7: we are not proposing carrying around 60 pounds of books each day, but textbooks have online editions or the availability to check out a textbook to use at home as needed.
· Early Childhood Education: babies are capable of learning! We want all Quincy students to have the best chance of a strong academic foundation and love for learning.
· To be proud to attend Quincy Public Schools!
· Reasonable travel times and space on the bus to and from school.