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ASSIGNMENT, Vision Exercise Template (Individual Student)
Part 1 Template (Examine Vision and Mission Statements)
Table 1. Businesses, Vision and Mission Statements
Instructions:
1.
Enter the 3 vision and mission statements that you most like. Include the name of each business.
2.
Then write one sentence per vision/mission to explain why you think it is effective.
Business Name
Vision Statement
Mission Statement
Why Are They Effective?
Google
To provide access to
the world's
information in one
click.
To organize the
world’s information
and make it
universally accessible
and useful.
The vision statement is effective because it focuses on
providing easy access to global information in one click,
inspiring a user-centric, technologically-driven mission.
The mission statement is effective because it's user-
centric, inspirational, and emphasizes technological
innovation.
Amazon
To be Earth’s most
customer-centric
company, where
customers can find
and discover
anything they might
want to buy online.
We strive to offer our
customers the lowest
possible prices, the
best available
selection, and the
utmost convenience.
This vision statement is effective because it aims to
become Earth's most customer-centric company, offering
a wide range of online products while emphasizing user
experience and innovation.
This mission statement is effective because it's customer-
centric, clear, and specific in its commitment to providing
the lowest prices, the best selection, and maximum
convenience to customers, emphasizing a strong
competitive edge and value proposition.
Samsung
To inspire the world
with our innovative
technologies,
products, and design
that enrich people’s
lives and contribute
to social prosperity
by creating a new
future.
We will devote our
human resources and
technology to create
superior products and
services, thereby
contributing to a
better global society.
This vision statement is effective because it aspires to
inspire the world through innovative technologies,
products, and design, enriching lives and contributing to
social prosperity by creating a new future.
This mission statement is effective because it focuses on
creating superior products and services using human
resources and technology to contribute to a better global
society.
Table 2. K12 School Systems, Vision and Mission Statements
Instructions:
1.
Study the vision and mission statements of several K12 school systems.
2.
Enter the information for 3 school systems that you find interesting.
3.
Explain your thoughts about how each vision statement meets – or does not meet – the
General Criteria for Effective Vision
Statements.
One to two sentences per school system should be enough.
4.
General Criteria for Effective Vision Statements
a.
Focuses on the future.
b.
Provides direction.
c.
Connects to the core values of the organization.
d.
Is brief, simple, and easily remembered.
e.
Paints a mental picture of the desired future.
f.
Engages, inspires, and captures the hearts and minds of its people.
g.
Challenges the organization to reach for greatness.
(Note: This statement sometimes trips people up; however, the
idea is that the vision should stretch people. It can be achieved with intense effort, commitment from all stakeholders,
and effective leadership).
K12 System Name
Vision Statement
Mission Statement
My Thoughts about the Vision Statements
Richmond County
Board of Ed.
The Richmond County School
System will provide an equitable
education for all students to
prepare them for life beyond the
classroom.
Building a globally competitive
school system that educates the
whole child through teaching,
learning, collaboration, and
innovation.
This vision statement is somewhat effective as
it focuses on the future and provides direction
with simplicity. However, it could be
improved by connecting more explicitly to
core values, painting a more vivid picture of
the desired future, and inspiring stakeholders
to reach for greatness.
Clayton County
Schools
To prepare ALL graduates to
have the skills to pursue and
accomplish college, post-
secondary training, and/or career
opportunities in order to live and
compete successfully in a global
society.
To empower scholars to achieve
academic, professional, and
personal goals by providing
equitable access and experiences
that build skills in literacy,
creativity, critical thinking, and
collaboration.
This vision statement effectively focuses on
the future, provides direction, connects with
core values, and is clear and memorable. It
envisions graduates prepared for success in
college, post-secondary training, and global
careers, but it may not be seen as particularly
ambitious.
Atlanta Public
Schools
A high-performing school
district where students love to
learn, educators inspire, families
engage and the community trust
the system.
Through a caring culture of equity,
trust, and collaboration, every
student will graduate ready for
college, career, and life.
This vision statement meets most of the
requirements: it focuses on the future,
provides direction, paints a mental picture of
the desired future, and challenges the
organization to reach for greatness. It is brief,
simple, and easily remembered. While it
doesn't explicitly mention core values, it
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implies a commitment to education and
community trust.
Part 2 Template
Personal Leadership Statement Expanded to Personal Leadership Vision
Instructions:
1.
Enter your Personal Leadership Statement that you developed for your Core Values assignment.
My Personal Leadership Statement
To build meaningful relationships through integrity, partnerships, and teamwork so that students will be provided an exceptional
education with clear communication, equality, and empathy.
2.
Consider these questions to help you think about how you can expand your Personal Leadership Statement into your Personal
Leadership Vision
a.
What do I deeply value?
b.
What are my beliefs? About leadership, students, staff members, community building? Also about curriculum,
instruction, and assessment? About learning? About professional development? About the supervision of instruction?
About communication? About change?
3.
Develop your Personal Leadership Vision. It will likely be a paragraph, but keep it as short and concise as possible. You should
be able to easily talk with people about your PERSONAL Leadership Vision, but remember that this is NOT the school’s vision,
which will be a SHARED vision.
4.
Enter your Personal Leadership Vision into the box below.
My Personal Leadership Vision
To provide an outstanding educational environment based on integrity, teamwork, student-centered education, and robust
community-school relationships, with an emphasis on adaptability and ongoing professional growth. Embracing change for
improvement, we prioritize transparent communication and empathy throughout the process.
Part 3 – Leading a Shared Vision for the School
Instructions:
One of the most important responsibilities of any leader is establishing a vision and inviting others to share in its development (ASCD, 2009
).
This
vision embraces your school’s purpose and can be actively seen, heard and felt throughout the school building.
Once a vision is developed, it
should be reviewed and refined annually to ensure it remains relevant to all stakeholders.
Instructions: Part three requires you to review and reflect on your school’s current mission, vision or purpose statement considering the
statements below. Complete the chart below with reflections.
1.
Review your school’s current mission, vision or purpose statement,
2.
Discuss the message that statement shares to your stakeholders and community. (What does the school value and represent?)
3.
Consider your school’s statement and then describe what emotions and actions the statement evokes.
4.
What does the school’s mission, vision or purpose say about expectations for leaders, teachers and students?
5.
What actions or processes could be implemented to strengthen the power of your school’s mission, vision or purpose?
6.
What barriers does your school and staff face which could stall momentum to achieving the vision, mission or purpose. What can
leaders do to remove these barriers?
School ‘s Vision, Mission
or Purpose Statement
Our mission at CMS is to provide a safe, nurturing, academically challenging learning environment where
students prepare to become responsible citizens in a culturally diverse society.
Message to Stakeholders
and Community
This mission statement conveys Columbia Middle School’s commitment to educating students and
fostering values for positive community contribution in an inclusive, diverse environment. It highlights a
dedication to students' holistic development and future societal contributions.
What emotions does the statement evoke?
This statement evokes positive emotions of security, comfort,
hope, pride, inclusivity, confidence, and reassurance.
What actions does the statement suggest?
This mission statement suggests actions such as ensuring safety,
creating a nurturing environment, providing academic challenges,
teaching responsible citizenship, and embracing cultural diversity.
How does the statement define expectations for the school leaders, teachers and students?
This mission statement expects school leaders to create a safe, nurturing, academically challenging environment, teachers to teach in
alignment with these goals and prepare students for responsible citizenship in a diverse society. Students are expected to actively
engage, learn, and develop into responsible citizens.
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What actions or processes could be enhanced to strengthen the power of your school’s vision, mission or purpose statement?
To strengthen the mission statement's power, enhance communication and alignment with the mission, offer cultural competency
training, involve parents, students, and the community, establish feedback mechanisms, continuously evaluate, engage in community
outreach, celebrate success, and maintain transparency in decision-making processes.
What barriers do leaders, teachers and student face which limit the power of the school’s vision, mission or purpose statement? How can
these barriers be addressed?
Leaders, teachers, and students may face barriers to the school's mission, such as alignment issues, resistance to change, resource
constraints, diverse needs, and communication challenges. To address these, the school should ensure alignment, provide professional
development, optimize resources, offer differentiated instruction, engage the community, communicate clearly, and secure leadership
commitment.
One Paragraph Personal Reflection (include at least one reference/citation to course material to support your reflection)
:
What did you learn
about your school’s vision, mission or purpose statement and its impact and affect on your school’s stakeholders and community? As a
growing leader, how can you support your school’s vision, mission or purpose statement?
Our school's vision, mission, and purpose statement at CMS is deeply ingrained in our educational aspirations. It serves as the guiding
light, directing every facet of our institution. Our vision is to create a vibrant learning community where students thrive, and our
mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and academically challenging environment that enables students to become responsible citizens
in a culturally diverse society. This vision and mission statement are pivotal in shaping the experiences of our school's stakeholders
and the broader community. Students are inspired to strive for academic excellence and personal growth, and they are encouraged to
embrace diversity and develop a sense of social responsibility.A collective vision that centers on teaching, learning, and assessment
involves all members of the organization, fostering a shared understanding and commitment that resonates with everyone
involved(Robbins & Alvy, 2004). Teachers and staff members are motivated to create an inclusive, innovative, and engaging learning
atmosphere. Parents feel confident that their children are in a secure and enriching environment. The community as a whole benefits
from well-rounded individuals who graduate from CMS. As a growing leader, I can support our school's vision, mission, and purpose
statement by being a role model for the students, advocating for policies that align with our mission, and fostering a sense of unity and
collaboration among all stakeholders. Additionally, I can contribute to creating programs that promote diversity and social
responsibility, ensuring that our school remains true to its core values.
References
Robbins, P., & Alvy, H. (2004). Vision as the Compass. In
The new principal’s fieldbook: Strategies For Success
. Association for
Supervision and Curriculum Development.
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