📚 Part 1: Foundation Knowledge

1. Define the following terms in your own words:

Vision: ________________________________________________

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Mission: _______________________________________________

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School Culture: ________________________________________

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2. What makes a school successful beyond just good teachers and test scores? (Check all that apply)

Clear vision and purpose

Strong community partnerships

Positive school culture

Modern facilities only

Student engagement opportunities

High test scores alone

3. Which element is most future-focused in school design?

Mission statement

Vision statement

School culture

Daily procedures

🔍 Part 2: Analysis & Application

4. Read the sample school vision statement below and answer the questions:

"To empower every student to become innovative leaders who solve real-world problems through collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking in a globally connected community."

a) What values does this vision emphasize? _________________________________

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b) How might this vision influence daily school life? ________________________

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5. Draft your own school's core identity elements:

Vision Keywords/Phrases:

Mission Keywords/Phrases:

Desired School Culture Elements:

✍️ Part 3: Critical Thinking & Communication

6. Compare school mission statements to business company mission statements. Identify one similarity and one difference:

Similarity: _______________________________________________

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Difference: ______________________________________________

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7. Write a persuasive paragraph explaining why your school's vision or mission would attract both students and teachers. Use specific evidence and reasoning:

8. Reflection: Write one sentence about the most important element (vision, mission, or culture) for school success and explain why:

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