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WE can't wait to welcome back our students for the 2022-2023 school year. Visit our Hub for answers to all your back-to-school questions!
A Look Around Lakota
Get caught up on the latest Lakota news with the back-to-school edition of our community newsletter.
Drivers Wanted!
Lakota's transportation provider, Petermann, is now hiring school bus drivers. They offer a competitive salary, paid training and a sign-on bonus!
Get Your Cameras Ready!
Share your first day photos on social media with #WEareLakota and #WechooseLakota hashtags for a chance to win some fun prizes!
Master Facilities Planning
An important part of our facilities planning is engaging our community. View the four options the Board of Education is considering for the future of Lakota's facilities, then share your feedback.
Welcome to Our New Website!
We hope you like what you see and enjoy all the new features on our new district and school websites.
WE Choose Lakota
From the strong sense of community and academic opportunities to a culture of inclusion and personalized learning, we capture just some of the reasons Lakota families choose Lakota.
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The back-to-school edition of Lakota's community mailer provides important reminders about the 2022-2023 school year, as well as an in-depth review of Lakota's Master Facilities Planning process.
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Get ready to capture those special first day moments at the front stoop, at your bus stop, with your carpool group, or in your classroom. It's a fun and easy way to celebrate our students’, staff’s and even parents’ smiles on the first day of school.
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As Lakota Local Schools prepares to welcome its students back for the start of the 2022-2023 school year, new administrators are being welcomed to the district, as well as to new schools.
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Similar to recent years, students in grades PreK-12 will begin the new school year with a staggered start
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Independence Elementary
all day
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Plains Jr. Media Center and Zoom
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Adena Elementary
all day
VanGorden & Liberty ECS
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Lakota Central Office
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Lakota Central Office
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Lakota Central Office
all day
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Liberty Junior School
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Woodland Elementary
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Union Elementary School (playground and rotunda) 7672 Lesourdsville West Chester Rd West Chester, OH 45069
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Plains Jr. Media Center and Zoom
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Creekside ECS
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East Freshman
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Liberty Park 6757 Yankee Rd Liberty TWP, OH 45044
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Plains Jr. Media Center and Zoom
MISSION STATEMENT
Everything WE do is designed to provide a future-ready, student-centered learning experience for every single child.
We are
Personalized
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At Lakota, personalized learning is tailoring the instructional environment to address the individual needs, skills and interests of the whole child, while developing a deep, personal connection to maximize student ownership of learning. Our students grow academically, socially, emotionally and culturally, while learning critical life skills. We provide a safe and secure environment in which our students can build character and develop their unique strengths as a foundation for their future success.
Action Plan
- Clearly articulate and strengthen Lakota personalized learning
- Improve structures and systems to align to the vision for personalized learning
- Develop a Portrait of a Graduate to clearly identify the skills and competencies necessary for the future success of each studentImplement multi-tiered systems of support to align services targeted to the needs of the whole child
- Ensure success and continued expansion of mental health and wellness initiatives district wide
- Establish professional development and training plans for all tiers of student support
We are
Personalized
We are
Future Ready
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We are
Future Ready
Through innovative and engaging learning, enhanced with leading edge technology, Lakota maximizes student readiness for the four Es: Employment, Enrollment in higher education, Enlistment in the military and Entrepreneurship.
Action Plan
- Design instruction and technology systems to pilot innovative models and programs aligned with the Portrait of a Lakota Graduate
- Support personalized learning with the appropriate student technology devices and tools
- Continuing to develop instructional strategies to include STEAM2 and project-based learning
- Develop cutting edge pathways in secondary curriculum to prepare each student for future success
- Develop real-world learning opportunities to enhance learning and expand student internships
- Create break-through business partnerships that dramatically enhance enrollment, enlistment, employment and entrepreneurship
- Create a comprehensive facilities plan that supports student needs and financial stability
- Innovate spaces that encourage personalized, project-based and real-world learning
We are
Fiscally Responsible
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We are
Fiscally Responsible
As we continue to expand our learning opportunities to prepare our students to successfully meet the demands of life after graduation, we are committed to aligning our resources to Lakota’s educational priorities while ensuring financial stability.
Action Plan
- Be good stewards of our residents’ tax dollars by operating a strategically aligned and efficient budget, as fiscal responsibility is a top priority for the District
- Monitor spending and re-prioritize dollars to enhance personalized student learning
- Continue to put the majority of our resources toward instruction, pupil support and instructional support
- In FY 18, this amounted to 68% of Lakota’s general fund spending
- Continue to provide financial transparency to our community through annual publications like the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and Financial Prospectus
We are
In this Together
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We are
In this Together
At Lakota, we embrace a strong partnership with our stakeholders - students, staff, parents and community members – to meet high expectations and encourage teamwork for student success.
Action Plan
- Incorporate and encourage student and staff voice into the Lakota learning experience
- Continue developing non-traditional programs and opportunities to inspire parents and community members to take an active role in shaping the Lakota experience
- Broaden organizational capacity through the continued development of district leadership opportunities and team structure
- Develop personalized professional growth strategy aligned with district priorities for all staff
- Continue transparency and strengthen two-way communication with all stakeholders
- Lead a dynamic culture across the District, embracing diversity and inclusion for all
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Pride
Culturally Diverse:
With 38% of students celebrating their multicultural backgrounds, Lakota provides a culturally-diverse experience where respect and inclusion are taught as core values.
Fiscally Responsible:
Fewer than 5% of all entities that are audited annually earn the "Auditor of State Award with Distinction" - and Lakota has received the honor eight years in a row.
1:1 Technology:
Through Lakota's WE are Empowered initiative, 100 percent of all students in grades 3-12 have access to their own Chromebook for daily learning.
Dogs of Lakota:
Lakota's pack of nine therapy dogs, and growing, are wagging their tails around the district, providing therapy and emotional support to even our youngest learners.
The 4Es:
We believe in preparing every student for success after graduation in one of the 4Es: Enrollment in higher education; Enlistment in military service; Employment as a contributing member of our community; or Entrepreneurship.