Notes from the Superintendent: Christine J. LaRose
Dear Parents,
As Superintendent I would like to welcome you to the Gouverneur Central
School District. We are a child-centered school district dedicated to the
mission of preparing today's students for tomorrow's world.
GCS promotes high standards of performance. Our team of professionals
has the expertise, dedication, and initiative to provide students with the
highest quality educational experience. They are committed to providing
the opportunity for all students to develop the skills they will need
academically, socially, and emotionally to become happy, successful, and
productive members of our society.
We are committed to continuous improvement. The Long Range Strategic
Plan developed by parents, community members, Board of Education members,
administrators, faculty and staff is based upon the following beliefs:
- We believe that a strong foundation of learning is crucial if
students are to successfully meet the new higher standards and move into a
career of their choice.
- We believe that effective teachers are the greatest single factor in
improving student achievement.
- We believe that improving a safe, secure, stimulating, joyous learning
environment contributes to a lifelong passion for learning and high student
achievement.
- We believe that it does "take a whole village to raise a
child" and that parent and community involvement has a significant
impact on student achievement.
The plan outlines several strategies for reform that will be implemented over
the next three years. Site-based , shared decision making teams provide the opportunity
for each school community to address their priorities in addition to moving
forward with the Long Range Plan.
As we work
together with parents and the community for the benefit of each and every child.
We encourage you to visit the web site frequently to stay aware of the
activities of the district and enjoy the many resources and links that are
available.
pcard@gcs.neric.orgte
