CT Education Commissioner Visited Seymour Public Schools
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CT Education Commissioner Visited Seymour Public Schools
The office of the Director of Curriculum and Instruction supports the teaching and learning process by providing support to all of the academic areas, the process of assessment, curriculum, instruction and professional learning.
In Seymour, we are currently implementing school improvement plans which focus on providing effective feedback based on clear learning intentions and success criteria, embedding choice and rigor to promote student engagement, utilizing technology to maximize student achievement, and ensuring best practices in instruction and assessment in every classroom. Our teachers and families have high expectations for our students, and our students rise to the challenge.
Curriculum is a teacher’s road map and is the backbone of a school district. For a curriculum to be effective, it must be grounded in evidence-based practices, aligned to our current Connecticut Core Standards, and based on the belief that each and every student has the ability to achieve at high levels. Curriculum also evolves as our field advances – regularly integrating best practices, aligning district initiatives, and incorporating state directives all lead to a sustainable and rigorous learning community for our students.
To sustain rigorous curricular and instructional strategies, teachers collaborate through on-going organized efforts each school year. This attention to professional development in Seymour ensures an exemplary, well-informed professional staff who subsequently provide a high-quality educational experience to our students. Consistency and stability in the delivery of classroom instruction are reinforced by strong collaboration, aligned curriculum, and informed professional development.
Performance on assessments indicate our students are learning and achieving at strong rates. We invite you to become familiar with our curriculum and other programs and services that support teaching and learning in our schools. If you have questions or suggestions, we welcome your feedback.
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SEYMOUR PUBLIC SCHOOLS SEEKING AWARD NOMINATIONS
The Seymour Public Schools district is seeking award nominations for their annual awards. Nominations are being accepted from March 10, 2023 through April 10, 2023.
The Seymour Public Schools Awards Advisory Committee is pleased to present the Karen R. Stanek “Once a Wildcat, Always a Wildcat” Award. The Karen R. Stanek “Once A Wildcat, Always A Wildcat” Award is to be given to a current student, or graduate of the Seymour School System, who shows that they take pride in their school and community. This individual should represent Seymour in the best light through academics, athletics, or volunteer service. This individual should model leadership and teamwork with Wildcat spirit, who also embodies the meaning behind the motto, “Once a Wildcat, Always a Wildcat”. Help to make this award a true success by nominating a current student or graduate of the Seymour Public Schools.
The David A. Brumer Excellence in Education Award is to be given to an individual devoted to making the Seymour Schools the best that they can be, an individual who assists in the education of the children of the Town of Seymour in an outstanding and exemplary manner. This individual should be a resident of the Town of Seymour, or any member of the staff employed by the Seymour Board of Education or a student in the Seymour Public Schools. This individual should share the ideals of David A. Brumer who valued community service and community participation in the Seymour Public Schools.
The John J. Gallagher Memorial Athletic Award is to be given to an individual who has assisted in the support and development of athletics within the schools and the community-at-large. This individual should be a resident of the Town of Seymour or any member of the staff employed by the Seymour Board of Education or a student in the Seymour Public Schools.
The Vincentena Kobasa Excellence in Teaching Award is to be given to an individual who is a retired teacher, or a current teacher employed by the Seymour Board of Education who has displayed extraordinary efforts on behalf of students during his/her career, who has made a difference to his/her students and who values educational excellence. The individual shares the ideals of Vincentena Kobasa by displaying involvement in the entire school community and/or community outside of school.
The Thomas J. Petruny Memorial Education and Environment Award is to be given to a Seymour Middle School student who has displayed a strong interest in environmental education and/or activities involving the environment and its preservation. This student must share the ideals of Thomas J. Petruny who valued environmental education, preservation of the environment and outdoor activities.
In June 2023, the recipients of these awards will be honored at the Board of Education Awards meeting.
You can access the nomination form by clicking on this link: https://www.seymourschools.org/board-of-education/district-awards. Please share this information with your students who can and should participate in the nomination process. Let’s make this the year that we receive many nominations for our Awards Advisory Committee to choose from.
If you missed this window, please consider holding your nomination for next year.