As I reflect on my time leading Team Selma, I believe that forming a transition team and completing our strategic plan, A Framework for Excellence, was perhaps the most pivotal accomplishment. Full year classes are offered in Band and Choir. Selma City Schools 2194 Broad Street, Selma, AL 36701 Phone: 334-874-1600 | Fax: 334-874-1604 Choral features separate boys' and girls' choir classes that combined to form the school's Choral Ensemble, which competes on the regional state circuit. The SOD principal and staff are 100 percent highly The vision of the School of Discovery Genesis Center (SOD) is to provide a child-centered, integrated curriculum of academics, technology, and the arts. Life does not accept excuses.I will not let my need to be accepted by a group keep me from doing what is right.I am somebody. Students should be held accountable for making good choices and being The process of making decisions based upon scientifically-based data yield high quality outcomes. achievement as well as real-world experiences, setting high expectations The Science Department offers courses in Aerospace and Robotics and the Social Studies Departments offers a course in Law and Order. To guarantee student exposure to career and providing quality education.
is a full-fledged middle school, with a seven-period school day, daily As the lead learner for Team Selma, I know that hearing their voices is a must. Over twenty years later, the school has preserved its founding VISION STATEMENTThe vision of the School of Discovery Genesis Center (SOD) is to provide a child-centered, integrated curriculum of academics, technology, and the arts. participation across Selma City School district.
Therefore, when faced with a mountain, I will not quit! I am a winner. are deeply rooted in our schools and core values. The mission of the School of Discovery is to provide a positive, safe, and respectful learning community for all students, faculty, and families while preparing students to be productive members of society. Early learning is a critical component for success in school. Selma City Schools is continuing to provide Mobile Grab-N-Go Meal Delivery services. OUR CORE VALUES. _______________________________________________________________________________________, School of Discovery: An Academy of Interdisciplinary Studies. rigor should be evident through the incorporation of standards-based The following principles guide the Selma City School System in its responsibility to provide a quality education for each child: focused experiences for intellectual and social development. The mission of Dance features boys' tap and tumbling and girls' tap, ballet and jazz. are committed to leading our schools towards ambitious academic and social emotional outcomes. OUR CORE VALUES, About The School_______________________________________________________________________________________. arts---all while adapting to the wired generation and the 21st Alabama. I am one of a kind. 6. This plan includes updated vision and mission statements, new core values and beliefs. The school’s environment will allow collaboration among stakeholders to help children discover and develop their individual talents and interests while recognizing their roles within the school and community.
For our employees, only, Selma City Schools Aspiring Leaders Academy Cohort 2 is slated to start this fall! The Reading and Language Arts department offers a course in Multicultural Literature and Writing. students should be exposed to the arts and technology in order to develop and Professional growth of educators is an ongoing process that is vital to 2. A Beyond that, we must address their concerns to be sure that we are positioning them to reach all of their hopes and dreams. The school is home to the city's Butterfly Garden, so named during Selma's designation as the Butterfly Capital of Alabama. I am a winner. The faculty and staff of the School of Discovery believe that: 1. During this -care. are committed to teamwork and excellence. I am somebody! The mission of the Selma City School System is to provide a safe and supportive teaching and learning environment, through the collaboration and partnerships of parents and community. learning environment, through the collaboration and partnerships of parents and that holds each student to high academic and behavior standards. All I am somebody! It has a capacity of 900, a built-in ticket-booth in the lobby, balcony seating, an orchestra pit, and state-of-the art lighting and adjacent dressing rooms.
middle and high schools. stand-alone sixth-grade public school in historical downtown Selma,
are committed to leading our schools towards ambitious academic and social emotional outcomes.
Selma has 43.5 percent of its population living below the poverty level and only 17.2 percent of its population 25 years of age and older with a bachelor's degree or higher.
* The SOD philosophy is to catch, teach, and guide students early to climb mountains and S.O.A.R.
I will keep on trying until I climb over, find a pass through, tunnel underneath - or just stay. instruction. I am responsible for my behavior and what I become in life. like an E.A.G.L.E. community. Although the COVID-19 pandemic has changed how we do school, it will not change our focus on our core values: Students First : We put the needs of ALL our scholars first and serve the whole-child. the Selma City School District is to provide a safe and supportive teaching and SOD Built in the early 1900's, the SOD building is the only public school located in downtown Selma. through social network-like platforms, engage students using email, and students to learn through online course curricula, post assignments There has never been and will never be another person like me. physical education and health, student lockers and significant emphasis Another hot spot of education, entertainment, and revenue is the Kenneth R. Hardaway Gymnasium.
9. A focus on the responsible use of resources and support systems for facilities, materials, tools, personnel creates opportunities for optimal teaching and learning. character, academics, and attendance. The vision of the Selma City School District is to be Our motto is “Soaring Beyond Expectations”.
Additionally, students set-up Kuder Navigator accounts, It sets a clear direction for Team Selma for the next five years. STUDENTS FIRST: We put the needs of ALL our scholars first and serve the whole-child. Integrity in leadership and governance builds public confidence in the mission of the school system. Technical course titled Intro to Career Cluster Technologies. The Students learn best when exposed to engaging, creative and innovative learning Leadership, Great news Selma City Schools aspiring school leaders!
are committed to teamwork and excellence! I am responsible for my behavior and what I become in life. During this actice self-care. stream video with computer hardware including desktop computers, iPads
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The vision of the Selma City School District is to be documented as a model school district where students are empowered through academic excellence to achieve success throughout life. Here is a great resource to -Care for Parents: Why Making Time For desire to further develop and strengthen your personal and professional leadership skills. Student involvement in service learning develops responsible citizens for society.
on structure, discipline, self-reliance, self-motivation, and When the gym is not being used for physical education and health, it is routinely used for weekend basketball with the Selma Police Department's PAL organization, the city's summer Youth Recreational Program and the occasional wedding reception.
The course Students first are one of the Selma City Schools core values, but we cannot say that we are true to this value unless their voices are heard.
5. Learning places for children and teaching places for adults should be safe, healthy, and orderly environments. are deeply rooted in our schools and core values. which is the Alabama Career Planning System that is utilized throughout For more information, please see the school district’s website. SOD created an essential modification to the sixth through eighth-grade middle school model that gives pre-teens an exclusive sixth-grade campus in which to transition, learn, and mature mentally and physically. I will keep on trying until I climb over, find a pass through, tunnel underneath - or just stay and turn the mountain into a gold mine.I will do my best!
Students First ; Excellence; Teamwork; Joy; Integrity . Here is a great resource to … attractive, and physically comfortable environment promotes student learning. In addition to offering the Alabama Common Core curriculum, SOD offers semester electives in core subjects.
About The School _____ SOD MISSION STATEMENTThe mission of the Selma City School System is to provide a safe and supportive teaching and learning environment, through the collaboration and partnerships of parents and community.
The demographics of the City of Selma dictate that the education system plays a vital role in ensuring the increased matriculation of its citizens. Instructional school called Bridges to Success. provides the basics of using computer applications, but it also allows
Fine Arts courses have been offered in Visual Arts, Music Appreciation, and Electronic Keyboarding.
desire to further develop and strengthen your personal and professional leadership skills. The auditorium is rented to the public by the school district, generating revenue. 4. opportunities.
Parental, family, and community engagement offer necessary resources and support systems in order to develop students into responsible citizens. Every child has the ability to learn and should be afforded equitable learning opportunities.
I know I can. The mission of the Selma City School System is to provide a safe and supportive teaching and learning environment, through the collaboration and partnerships of parents and community. apply learning to daily life. The school is nestled a half-block away from City Hall and three blocks from the newly named National Historic Landmark, the Edmunds Pettus Bridge. through academic excellence to achieve success throughout life. I will do my best! and SmartBoards.
Our Core Values. Renovated in 2009, the gym touts a built-in concession lobby, offices, storage, two locker rooms, a dance studio and a weight/exercise room. The vision of the Selma City School District is to be documented as a model school district where students are empowered through academic excellence to achieve success throughout life. documented as a model school district where students are empowered college exploration, SOD is pleased to offer, as of 2014, a Career offers a course designed specifically to assist students in middle School is a professional learning community Self-care is a practice that Selma City Schools takes seriously for all employees. principles of providing outstanding education and first-rate fine There has never been and will never be another person like me.Therefore, when faced with a mountain, I will not quit! School of Discovery Genesis Center (SOD) was established in 1994 as a quality education includes teaching children how to learn and how to critically It is poised to play a pivotal role in the revitalization of the city's Waterfront and its downtown civic, business, entertainment and educational vitality. The highest quality of teaching should be evident every day through a rigorous/challenging curriculum and relevant applications of content standards. The school’s environment will allow collaboration among stakeholders to help children discover and develop their individual talents and interests while recognizing their roles within the school and community.
public speaking, and debate.
responsibility. building traits, bullying, peer pressure, note taking, research papers, … fullest potential, intellectually, socially, and emotionally.