Kristy Emery

This Multi-Year Professional Development Plan for Bedford Central School District aims to enhance the quality of teaching and learning by providing educators with substantial professional growth opportunities to meet student needs and stay current in their profession. Key strategic goals include fostering a Professional Learning Community model to capitalize on internal expertise and collaboration, gaining expertise in data-driven and research-based instructional practices, and strengthening these practices through comprehensive induction programs, mentorship, and classroom intervisitation. The plan emphasizes a continuous improvement model, ensuring educators are equipped with the skills and knowledge to support student success.

This document outlines the Bedford Central School District's comprehensive District-Wide Security and Emergency Management Plan. It details strategies for risk reduction, prevention, and intervention, alongside structured response protocols for various emergencies, and recovery procedures. The plan aims to manage and mitigate risks, ensure the safety and well-being of the school community, and maintain continuity of the educational process.

This document provides an update on the Bedford Central School District's Elementary Math Curriculum, driven by the shift to New York State Next Generation Standards. It outlines the district's K-12 curriculum review cycle from 2021 to 2026. Key focus areas include examining curriculum review results, unpacking new state learning standards, analyzing classroom practices, and articulating core criteria for selecting mathematics resources. The plan involves a process of review, development, implementation, and evaluation to align instruction and assessment with the updated standards.

The Bedford Central School District's Long Range Strategic Plan aims to cultivate student curiosity and a passion for learning by providing challenging educational opportunities, enabling them to achieve their full potential as productive and contributing members of society. The plan is structured around four main strategic pillars: improving programs for students, enhancing climate and safety, strengthening communications and community engagement, and optimizing fiscal and operational management. Complementing this, the 2020-2021 Success Plan outlines immediate goals in inclusion, STEM, enrichment, literacy instruction, and student support, all contributing to the broader strategic vision.

This document presents a K-12 Health Curriculum Update and outlines a strategic vision for Physical Education and Health for 2025 and beyond. The plan focuses on aligning the 6-12 health curriculum with national trends and state mandates, including NYS Standards and Erin's Law, through adjustments to grade-level content on topics such as adolescent brain development, sexual health/consent, and substance abuse. Additionally, it explores enhancing K-5 PE and health curriculum, including potential shifts in elementary specials rotations to meet physical education minute requirements. The overarching aim is to ensure comprehensive, age-appropriate health education and robust physical activity provisions for all students.