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Making a Promise to the Public

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At Saucon Valley, we talk about the need to set challenging standards and document our growth toward them. To that end the District has volunteered to bring in the Accreditation for Growth (AFG) process sponsored by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. The public can expect to hear a lot about AFG over the next five years because that is the length of commitment.

So what is AFG? Simply put, it's a commitment to the public to make continuous improvement of student performance. Specifically, clear and measurable goals are set by representatives of the District and public. These goals are made public and monitored by the Middle States Association. In essence, Middle States will hold our collective noses to the grindstone, resulting in our either gaining or not gaining their external validation.

Why would a school district decide to take on this kind of rigorous initiative? There are several reasons. First of all, with accountability comes public certainty about what we do well and what we need to improve. Second, the AFG process helps us establish educational priorities and to maintain a focus on them. This is not always easy in an organization where politics, individual self-interest, and a myriad of special interest groups compete for resources. Third, the process builds capacity for progress that is not dependent on a single individual. Public education has historically been vulnerable to changes in leadership. Saucon Valley has certainly experienced this phenomenon in the recent past. AFG requires the Board to commit to a five-year process that continues no matter who in in charge.

Demanding excellence for student success through research-based educational practices, data-driven accountability, and a strong community partnership is the mission of the Saucon Valley School District.

  • The Saucon Valley School District and surrounding community are partners, such that resources in the community facilitate the educational programs of the District and the campus facility serves as a resource for the community.
  • The School Community values individuals from a variety of cultural and family backgrounds.
  • When provided with opportunities that target their individual learning needs, all students can achieve their learning potential.
  • All students and staff are entitled to a safe, positive, and orderly school climate to ensure success.
  • A relevant curriculum and adaptable instructional practices foster life-long learning in a changing global community.
  • Successful curricular and co-curricular experiences promote positive self-concepts and contribute to improved individual performances and attitudes.
  • Student success is dependent on the partnership between families and the school community.
  • Every student will be held accountable to achieve academic and behavioral standards.
  • Each individual will be provided with the fundamental knowledge and skills to adapt to a rapidly changing society.
  • Each individual is unique and deserves respect.

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