The Founding Chief鈥檚 Vision Lives on at 天涯社区 after Half a Century
During Stan Corey鈥檚 14-year tenure, the District鈥檚 first superintendent established a foundation that resulted in 天涯社区 becoming one of California鈥檚 most successful school districts. 听Five decades later, his vision still lives on. In this article, you'll learn more about 天涯社区鈥檚 earliest beginnings, including how Corey began sketching his vision for the District with just a yellow notepad and pencil, along with a听 folding card table and chair for an office. 听天涯社区 teachers Jo-Ann Welche, Shawn Gillespie and Archana Jain share how they are making the most of Corey鈥檚 concept of empowered accountability to continually improve teaching and learning. 听听
The Arts are a Critical Part of 天涯社区's Culture
Since 天涯社区's inception, the District has been committed to supporting arts education. 听We know first hand that the arts not only enable students to express themselves and gain confidence but they also help students find a sense of belonging and community, while developing important skills such as problem solving, creativity, self-discipline, teamwork, leadership and the ability to perform under pressure. The Insights team caught up with Director of Arts Education Brad Van Patten, Instrumental Music Teacher Ben Case, current student Mei Ono and 天涯社区 alum Franklin Kao to hear their perspectives about the importance of arts education now and into the future. 听 听