{"id":7770,"date":"2024-10-28T09:26:46","date_gmt":"2024-10-28T17:26:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kpbsd.org\/schools\/seward-middle\/?page_id=7770"},"modified":"2025-09-26T12:42:49","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T20:42:49","slug":"school-profile","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kpbsd.org\/schools\/seward-middle\/school-profile\/","title":{"rendered":"School Profile"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"noPrint alignwide wp-block-ppb-print-page\" id='ppbPrintPage-1' data-attributes='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;wide&quot;,&quot;cId&quot;:&quot;f55605cd-6&quot;,&quot;isPrintSection&quot;:true,&quot;sectionSelector&quot;:&quot;.school-profile-wrapper&quot;,&quot;icon&quot;:{&quot;type&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;default&quot;:&quot;aiFillPrinter&quot;,&quot;url&quot;:&quot;&quot;},&quot;btnTypo&quot;:{&quot;fontSize&quot;:{&quot;desktop&quot;:18,&quot;tablet&quot;:20,&quot;mobile&quot;:18},&quot;textTransform&quot;:&quot;uppercase&quot;},&quot;btnColors&quot;:{&quot;color&quot;:&quot;rgba(0, 80, 150, 1)&quot;,&quot;bg&quot;:&quot;rgba(204, 204, 204, 1)&quot;},&quot;alignment&quot;:&quot;right&quot;,&quot;isModal&quot;:false,&quot;isIcon&quot;:true,&quot;isText&quot;:true,&quot;btnText&quot;:&quot;Print&quot;,&quot;btnPadding&quot;:{&quot;vertical&quot;:&quot;5px&quot;,&quot;horizontal&quot;:&quot;15px&quot;},&quot;btnBorder&quot;:{&quot;radius&quot;:&quot;5px&quot;},&quot;btnShadow&quot;:[]}'>\r\n\t<style>\r\n\t\t#ppbPrintPage-1 .ppbPrintPage button{ font-weight: 400;font-size: 18px;font-style: normal;text-transform: uppercase;text-decoration: auto;line-height: 135%;letter-spacing: 0px; } @media (max-width: 768px) { #ppbPrintPage-1 .ppbPrintPage button{ font-size: 20px; } } @media (max-width: 576px) { #ppbPrintPage-1 .ppbPrintPage button{ font-size: 18px; } }\r\n\t#ppbPrintPage-1 .ppbPrintPage{\r\n\t\ttext-align: right;\r\n\t}\r\n\t#ppbPrintPage-1 .ppbPrintPage button{\r\n\t\tcolor: rgba(0, 80, 150, 1);background: rgba(204, 204, 204, 1);\r\n\t\tpadding: 5px 15px;\r\n\t\tborder-radius: 5px;\r\n\t\tbox-shadow: 0px 0px 0px 0px #7090b0 ;\r\n\t}\r\n\t<\/style>\r\n\r\n\t<div class='ppbPrintPage'>\r\n\t\t<button>\r\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg' width='30' height='30' viewBox='0 0 1024 1024' fill='currentColor'>\r\n\t\t\t\t<path d='M732 120c0-4.4-3.6-8-8-8H300c-4.4 0-8 3.6-8 8v148h440V120zm120 212H172c-44.2 0-80 35.8-80 80v328c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32h168v132c0 4.4 3.6 8 8 8h424c4.4 0 8-3.6 8-8V772h168c17.7 0 32-14.3 32-32V412c0-44.2-35.8-80-80-80zM664 844H360V568h304v276zm164-360c0 4.4-3.6 8-8 8h-40c-4.4 0-8-3.6-8-8v-40c0-4.4 3.6-8 8-8h40c4.4 0 8 3.6 8 8v40z' \/>\r\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\t\r\n\r\n\t\t\t<span>Print<\/span>\t\t<\/button>\r\n\t<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide school-profile-wrapper has-theme-black-color has-theme-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-1989ee6f1f014f32c2e658fcdcde115a\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group school-profile-header\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<!-- Please edit the Header information below. To change the Mascot\/Logo, click on the image and then click \"Replace\" in the toolbar. (Your toolbar will either be along the top or floating near the area clicked, according to your previous editing preferences). -->\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text has-media-on-the-right is-stacked-on-mobile\" style=\"grid-template-columns:auto 25%\"><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-theme-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3549d4f22d1d4fcd79f0e5003c48854a\">Seward Middle School<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1a826b1bf0042a991786eed354ae4f36\">Home of the Silver (COHO) Salmon!<\/p>\n<\/div><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"210\" height=\"270\" src=\"https:\/\/kpbsd.org\/schools\/seward-middle\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/31\/2024\/10\/Silver-Logo_Scott-Lefebvre.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7773 size-full\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group school-profile-vision\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-theme-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5c47ecc504f9ef43ffe955ef3d4a5608\">Vision<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<!-- Please edit the Vision paragraph below. -->\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6f3c4096f7e5413a789dff971e9678d1\"><strong>Seward Middle School is a team of inquisitive, empowered learners driven to grow and flourish through self-directed learning in a safe inclusive environment supported by family and community.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group school-profile-about\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Mission<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<!-- Please edit the Mission paragraph below. -->\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f7a4da09727616b3107d3cb2167e1147\">All Seward Silvers exemplify respect, responsibility, and personal best<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns school-profile-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column school-profile-left is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:33.33%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group school-profile-contact\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contact<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<!-- Please edit your school phone number on the right hand side -->\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-nowrap is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" fill=\"currentColor\" class=\"bi bi-telephone-fill\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\">\n  <path 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Please edit your demographics and maintain the list format as seen below, click on each line, highlight the existing text, and type over -->\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-78f1aae49f6e6ac5222941aadb8fe3ee\">\n<li class=\"has-theme-blue-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3ac94cde5d4b6714d8e4db83579cb66f\">Principal Tenure: 1st year in District, 12 years of Admin in Alaska<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d8e7865e1db594d29266a92a79bb8e66\">7 Certified staff with an average of Masters degree<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-55fff35e1fb840062e48d4ea2ad92648\">5 Classified staff<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-16a3eb4fde0e0a315ea8fb97e29f7ba4\">28:1 P\/T ratio<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c3fb29dfbb17d0e4ca294ff60dd3f9d2\">8 average Staff years of service<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-15900bd8b8825d0d33b914bd7f65d4ec\">104 Enrollment\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>6th grade = 36<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>7th grade = 38<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>8th grade = 30<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0f2711d10b8ac2d10fb165af390a2f63\">93% Attendance Rate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8c847d21a8c9ae65c0e84b108861b3a8\">Intervention Support<br>We have a half day interventionist at Seward Middle School who focuses on how we can build skills<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group school-profile-demographics\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Academics Assessment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<!-- Please edit your secondary stats and maintain the list format as seen below, click on each line, highlight the existing text, and type over -->\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9f6eabd53945d8a6e083e5eb7698bf6b\">MAP &#8211; Math<br>82% of students will meet projected growth on both their winter and spring benchmark tests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-baa291f82417ec05484f5208b109aa9a\">MAP &#8211; ELA<br>84% of students will meet projected growth on both the winter and spring benchmark tests<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group school-profile-projects\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">School Projects\/Initiatives<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<!-- Please edit your projects and maintain the list format as seen below, click on each line, highlight the existing text, and type over -->\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4af66ffb7536094c083428d10eff8974\">At Seward Middle School, we want to make sure we provide every opportunity for students to grow as learners and be the best version of themselves. Building skills, maintaining skills and learning through hands on experiences is a big focus for the Silvers. We have 3 periods a day to working on those skills.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a79cdddeebe90a82c45d89e06ccd02f0\">What I Need (WIN) Class- this class is curtailed to each individual student\u2019s needs in order to be successful. This is a Tiered approach to interventions for students<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d561455f14a9c69d3afa83fd74c97336\">Advisory Class- This class is to help students build relationships with a trusted adult and peers, and to support their social, emotional, and civic learning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2e38b7ad99126b4dbb667c20b88abf26\">Exploratory Class- Teachers hold classes that shares a skill the teacher has with the students. This changes from quarter to quarter and we have had class titles such as: Outdoors Class, Strings with Ukuleles, Coding, Board Games, Plants of Alaska, Robotics, and Home Economics Class<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1850d465c6de72e5af21fc0c0cc7cd05\">Salmon in the classroom- Students learn about the life cycle of the salmon by raising them in the school. We have two classes with tanks<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group school-profile-projects\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Honors, Awards and Recognitions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<!-- Please edit your honors, awards and recognitions and maintain the list format as seen below, click on each line, highlight the existing text, and type over -->\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ca1376fd7a2c1feaf1515b7561665ee9\">We recognize a student of the month for each grade level. We honor and highlight outstanding student performance in academics, sports, character development, and other areas<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group school-profile-projects\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Awards\/Championships<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<!-- Please edit your awards\/championships and maintain the list format as seen below, click on each line, highlight the existing text, and type over -->\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c6d6f3d8c7c66738b61abda6d1bb9d77\"><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group school-profile-projects\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-theme-blue-background-color has-background\">School Climate and Mindset Key Data<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button has-custom-width wp-block-button__width-100 has-custom-font-size has-small-font-size\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/education.alaska.gov\/compass\/Report\/2022-2023\/24\/240500#overview\" style=\"border-radius:5px\">State Report Card to the Public<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column school-profile-right is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:66.66%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group school-culture-highlights\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">School Culture Highlights<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9f1ae4c28d160b6afc99f438e6bad69e\">At our school, we are proud to foster a positive and inclusive environment where every student and staff member feels valued and supported. Here are a few highlights of what makes our school culture exceptional:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-17 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\">\n<p class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-84613efec078a9fa7cddc6dc27b5ac89\"><strong>Student-Centered Approach<\/strong><br>Our students are at the heart of everything we do. From individualized learning plans to student recognition programs like Student of the Month, we celebrate student achievements and work to meet their diverse needs, both academically and personally. We focus on nurturing every student&#8217;s strengths and passions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-a24ce1931bafc3899374fb9cc7125b60 wp-container-content-1\"><strong>Collaborative and Supportive Staff<\/strong><br>Our teachers and staff work as a cohesive team to ensure the success of every student. The school encourages open communication and collaboration, whether it&#8217;s through professional development or everyday interactions between teachers, administration, and support staff like Jessica Bamford, our exemplary librarian.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-760cd8368f92dd7a5958e14e53e83f43\"><strong>Community Involvement<\/strong><br>We pride ourselves on the strong relationships we\u2019ve built with the community. Through partnerships with local businesses, students get to engage with real-world experiences that expand their learning beyond the classroom. Our goal is to create well-rounded students who understand their role in the wider community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-0b145a4ee42e71c5f5eefe7dd46f406b wp-container-content-2\"><strong>Focus on Literacy and Lifelong Learning<\/strong><br>Reading and critical thinking are at the core of our school\u2019s academic mission. Thanks to the dedication of a staff that brings a love of literature to every classroom, our students have countless opportunities to engage with diverse books, learn about different cultures, and explore new ideas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-51597d055af804be1347ed9e1d0ab6ca wp-container-content-3\"><strong>Positive Recognition and Growth<\/strong><br>We believe that recognition inspires growth. Programs such as Employee of the Month and our consistent acknowledgment of student achievements help reinforce the positive behaviors and achievements that contribute to a thriving school culture. We actively celebrate both academic and personal growth, ensuring that everyone feels a sense of accomplishment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8bfb69848d52602f7fa54a3f92179fac wp-container-content-4\"><strong>Inclusive Learning Environment<\/strong><br>Our school is committed to inclusivity and diversity, ensuring that every student\u2014regardless of background\u2014feels welcome and valued. We emphasize respect, empathy, and kindness, and our curriculum reflects a global perspective that prepares students for success in an interconnected world.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-theme-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-9bce88b2195c54faa1051db9dd39d953\">By continuously striving to build a culture that is student-focused, collaborative, and rooted in community, we ensure that every member of our school feels a sense of belonging and pride. 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