Library Information Skills Curriculum Guide, K-5

Library Information Skills Curriculum Guide, K-5

Portsmouth City Public Schools

2003

Library Information Skills Curriculum Committee

Matthew F. Thompson ? Chairman

Curriculum Supervisor of Library Media Services

Kathy K. Batkin

Library Media Specialist Churchland Academy Elementary

Diane P. Capron

Library Media Specialist Churchland Primary and Intermediate Elementary

Pamala Davis

Library Media Specialist S.H. Clarke Academy Elementary

Miriam L. Hartman

Library Media Specialist Lakeview Elementary

June 2003

PORTSMOUTH CITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

CENTRAL ADMINISTRATION

Dr. David C. Stuckwisch

Superintendent of Schools

Dr. Patricia H. Fisher

Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction

Sidney J. Duck III

Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Operations

SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Mrs. Elizabeth N. Hudgins, Chair Mrs. Caroline M. Barnes Mr. James E. Bridgeford Dr. Elizabeth Daniels Mr. Byron P. Kloeppel Mrs. Linda D. Ridenour Mrs. Jean H. Shackelford Dr. Mark M. Whitaker

Portsmouth City Public Schools' Mission

To educate all students to meet high academic standards and to prepare all students for responsible citizenship

School Board Goal

Curriculum development and implementation, including staff development, will be a dynamic process, which supports student

learning. A primary focus will be in reading, mathematics, written and oral communications, science, and social studies.

School Board Policy - Curriculum shall promote: Opportunities for every student to participate equitably; achievement at the highest Level in every curricular area for

every student; objectives derived from local, state, national, and international standards as Appropriate. The curriculum shall provide teachers, students, and parents with the school board's expectations of what students should know and be able to do at the end of each grade level and course. Every grade level, course, and subject area shall have a curriculum guide. Curriculum shall reflect current research, best practices, data, and technological advances. Curriculum should provide strategies for differentiated instruction, pacing guidelines, and resources for special populations and diverse learners.

Rationale - A curriculum is a clear, practical, and concise guide to what is taught that combines local, state, and national standards. The curriculum defines the expectations for academic outcomes, rigor, instructional strategies, and staff development needed to facilitate increased student achievement.

Purpose - Curriculum provides support to teachers so that they can effectively plan, deliver, and assess instructions that positively facilitate increased student achievement.

Philosophy - Education is the development of basic skills, knowledge, processes, and attitudes necessary for the student to successfully function as a productive citizen. Education recognizes the characteristics unique to each individual and provides a process for the development and expression of each student's abilities and talents. The school district requires the development of school board approved curriculum that states clear objectives, defines quality teaching, emphasizes high expectations for student achievement, assesses the degree and success of learning, and is aligned to local, state, and national standards.

Beliefs - Curriculum development is a participatory process involving teams of teachers, administrators, students, parents, and community. Curriculum is based on a set of relevant and challenging student objectives designed for the purpose of guiding decisions about teaching and learning. Every child has a better opportunity to learn when the curriculum is delivered in a manner that actively engages the student. A commitment to the unique learning needs of the student is reflected in the design and delivery of curriculum. The curriculum is evaluated through the analysis of aligned assessments. Board policies require a written, taught, and tested curriculum. Staff development is designed and implemented to support and enhance curriculum development and delivery. All decisions are made with respect to curriculum.

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