Vision

and Goals Statement

By the end of the academic year, my scholars will have matured academically and personally, preparing
themselves for future success. Scholars will take steps in becoming independent and confident learners,
preparing themselves to enter the 4th grade, and work towards becoming college and career ready.

Academic Goals

100% of scholars will make at least 1.6 years of reading growth, measured by the Independent Reading Level
Assessment Framework.

At Global Leadership Academy, the 3rd grade participates in the American Reading Companys 100 Book
Challenge, which utilizes the Independent Reading Level Assessment Framework to gauge progress. My
scholars will engage with texts of their choosing, at their independent reading level, on a daily basis. Scholars
will read for at least an hour a day. Through this process my scholars will become confident in their ability to
read and be expected to further challenge themselves in our weekly reading conferences.

Scholars will have at least 85% mastery of 3rd grade math standards, measured by end of unit and end of year
assessments.

Scholars will progress through the Eureka Math, Engage NY curriculum, which challenges them to delve into
math through real world applications, critical thinking, and problem solving. My scholars will become confident
mathematicians.

Personal Goals

Scholars will take ownership and responsibility of their own education, measured by their behavior and attitudes
within the classroom.

The transition to third grade at Global Leadership Academy Charter School is a big one. Scholars are not simply
moving from one grade to the next; they are changing learning communities, graduating from Rising Stars
Academy and entering into Legendary Leaders Academy. With this change come new expectations for each
scholar to meet. Scholars must keep track of their own work, no longer relying on parent and/or teacher to
assure that all assignments are completed and turned in on time. Additionally, scholars must recognize that
their actions in and outside of the classroom have consequences. If they wish to achieve academically, they must
first take responsibility for how their actions affect their success.

This will look like:

Scholars keeping track of their homework in the provided assignment book
Scholars leading parent teacher conferences, accounting for how they played a role in their academic
and behavioral outcomes

Scholars recognizing their role in creating a strong learning environment, through respecting and
following classroom norms

Scholars will think critically, measured by their ability to engage in meaningful questioning and discussion.

As it is Global Leadership Academys mission to create future leaders of the world, my scholars will understand
how they can become agents of change and/or growth in their communities. They will do so by developing the
ability to think critically. Scholars will draw from a foundation of knowledge and experiences to address new
and complex situations. Scholars will feel confident engaging in discussions and will be able to articulate their
beliefs, values, and opinions.

This will look like:

Scholars engaging in making connections between classwork and real world experiences
Scholars identifying, constructing, and evaluating arguments and opinions
Scholars engaging in discussions that justify their opinions, values and beliefs