Strategic Planning
TCSE Vision-Mission
TCSE Vision Statement
Tri-County Special Education aims to establish a holistic team supporting member district students, families, staff, and community partners. Through collaboration the team ensures students with disabilities are afforded a free and appropriate education tailored to their diverse learning needs.
TCSE Mission Statement
Cooperative personnel prioritize the holistic development of each student, recognizing that creating a dignified learning environment is integral to effective education. Our special education staff receive ongoing training and resources to stay updated on procedures, regulations, teaching methods, and technology. We utilize current curricula, assessments, and data to develop individualized programs tailored to each student's unique needs and abilities, ensuring a smooth transition to post-graduate programming or work skills.
TCSE Core Values and Belief Statements
Collaboration - Accountability - Dignity - Growth
- Collaboration
- We recognize each other's strengths and apply them to reach a common goal.
- When working with others, we communicate in a clear and productive way.
- We listen to and consider all ideas with an open mind.
- We share what we know and the things we have to help each other out.
- We rely on each other and believe in the team's capabilities.
- Accountability
- We take responsibility for our actions and decisions.
- We will set high expectations for our students & staff by raising the bar and creating an inspiring learning environment.
- We embrace challenges as opportunities to learn by setting personal growth goals.
- We hold each other accountable for doing our job even when it is uncomfortable.
- Dignity
- We will create a friendly space where you can express yourself and your opinions are valued.
- We will be kind and understanding as everyone is growing and learning.
- We will accept students, families and staff where they are without judgment.
- We commit to fostering respectful communication by speaking with kindness and clarity in all our interactions with students, families and coworkers.
- Growth
- We choose to learn from others.
- We take ownership of learning by setting goals and reflecting on our progress.
- We accept feedback as a tool for learning and improvement.
- We give open and honest feedback to support learning.