By now every Oak Grove family knows that the “Chicago Magazine” recently rated our school as #3 in Lake County. This recognition is based on student achievement on the ISAT, teacher student ratio, teacher salaries as well as how efficiently we are using our resources. We were delighted to be recognized by this honor. Hopefully, the benefit will be enjoyed by students, staff, parents and even our community residents who will eventually market their homes. However, even as we are still smiling, I heard this question.
Does this mean that we are good enough to coast for a while? My opinion is, “No way!” We always want to be learning, growing and improving. This year, we are working to implement our new Strategic Plan which includes finding ways to teach our students about technology, and the skills that will prepare our students for the 21st Century. Teachers are adapting traditional lesson plans to add a component that helps students practice creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, communication, global awareness and leadership. We are monitoring student achievement in several new ways to encourage and monitor growth. The journey to continues.
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