THE CURRICULUM PROGRAM
Definition, Function and Scope
"Curriculum" is defined as all the learning activities which the school fosters for the purpose of achieving its goals. The Board of Education will annually evaluate the school district's curriculum in order to determine whether each child in the district is receiving adequate basic skill instruction as required by law.
The function of the curriculum will be to familiarize the student with ways of living that are satisfying and worthwhile and that will lead them into rich and productive living as they grow and mature.
The scope of the curriculum should include the tools of learning skills and knowledge, attitudes and appreciation. Included in this scope are such courses as arithmetic, language arts, reading, etc.
Content
The Oologah-Talala Schools shall teach Oklahoma Academic Standards and observe regulations set forth by the State Department of Education.
All school activities held outside the regular school time may be considered a part of the curriculum and will be supervised, organized and administered by school personnel.
Supervision, Planning and Improving
1. Organization of the Program
a. The Superintendent, Principal and Certified Instructors will organize and meet to assist in a continuous study of educational material and procedures in order that justifiable changes may be made.
b. The curriculum shall be changed as the need and interest of the pupils change and shall not be static but instead, the product of continuous growth.
c. Additions to the curriculum will be approved by the School Board upon the recommendation of the administrative personnel.
2. Evaluation
a. Provision shall be made for continuous appraisal of the instructional program.
b. Committees made up of teacher and administrative personnel shall evaluate the educational results achieved. Curriculum experts will be called in for consultation as needed.
3. Public Relations
a. Public relations consist of a harmonious working relationship between the school system and the public.
b. The Board of Education shall delegate to the Superintendent the responsibility of organizing the public relations program and shall grant him the authority to carry out such a program.
c. The Superintendent may, in turn, delegate this authority to others who will be responsible for any part in the program.
d. All school personnel shall have a part in the public relations program whether they be designated specifically or not.
4. The program shall be continuous with emphasis on day-to-day activities. Some special occasion may receive special emphasis.
5. No one department or activity should receive special recognition to the exclusion of another.
6. With prior approval from administration, Oologah-Talala Schools may allow students to take Internet courses for credit.
7. Also, with prior approval from Administration, Oologah-Talala Schools may allow students to participate in and enroll with an organization like Competitive Gymnastics, Swimming or other athletic sport while also enrolled at Oologah-Talala Schools. The Athletic Director will be responsible for interviewing and evaluating the organization for compliance with attendance policy and grade reporting requirements. The student will be allowed to receive credit for the course as an athletic elective and will be responsible for maintaining required core courses necessary to graduate. The other core courses can be obtained either by attending in person instruction at OologahTalala Schools or via approved Internet courses offered by Oologah-Talala Schools. Attendance and grades for the outside elective course will be submitted for the student by the Athletic Director.
Adoption Date: June 13, 2022 Revision Date(s): May 8, 2023
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