Because Ideal Elementary School is a “conceptual” public school within the Charleston County School District (CCSD), the academic action plan for the school is explicitly outlined, governed and monitored by CCSD. For the years 2008-2011, the district is governed by the following core principles, excerpted directly from the plan:
Core Values: Results – Access – Partnerships:
- Core Value I is to Focus on Results by increasing the Rigor of instruction and challenging all students to achieve high levels. Weighted resources may be needed to bring consistent results. Improved results also require attention to Relevance. Specifically, course offerings and instruction need to be connected to both student life and to future post-secondary career goals.
- Core Value II is to establish Access and Equity by providing all students with opportunities to receive effective instruction, enrichment, and advanced courses. By creating a portfolio of school types, families will be given the Choice to select an educational setting that best meets student learning needs and interests.
- Core Value III articulates the importance of Partnerships in making our goals a reality. We will increasingly seek to strengthen our productive partnerships with volunteers, parents, communities of faith, public agencies, the business community, elected officials, and institutions of higher learning. Effective partnerships are built on a foundation of Respect and trust. Our culture must respect and value diversity, collaboration and the viewpoints of all stakeholders.
Learn more about the Charleston Achieving Excellence Action Plan.