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Student Learning, Books, and Programs

Four Questions Guide Learning at PCSD:What do we want our students to know and be able to do?
How do we know when they know it?
What do we do if they don’t know it?
What do we do if they do?

What Do We Want Students to Know and Be Able to Do?Vision, Beliefs, and Goals PCSD partners have identified a vision, beliefs, and goals for academics, behavior, and civic engagement as well as for …

The Nebraska Student Centered Assessment System

Nebraska looks at assessment as a system that includes instructional support, ways to monitor what students know, and an annual test showing is a student is meeting state standards.

Setting Priorities

What are our priorities-in all subjects and all grade levels?

Reading closely
Discussing effectively
Writing using valid arguments and evidence

We know this will impact learning!

Link to complete list of priority standards and expectations

Learning Framework!

PCSD is working with a learning framework based on the teacher evaluation plan.

Growth Mindset

Student learning is impacted by how they think about challenging situations. See below for

Getting Students to Think!

PCSD Student Council Representatives Encourage all Students to:Be PersistentRaise QuestionsAccept ChallengesFind Solutions
Take time to celebrate these habits!

Grief and Depression

Grief and depression are real issues for teens. Here are some resources that might be helpful when supporting youth as they face these issues.
Helping Your Teen Cope with Grief
How to Help a Grieving Teen
Depression and High School Students
Parent's Guide to Teen Depression