Our school is a Professional Learning Community in which teachers work in collaborative content teams to analyze and interpret student data, plan curriculum units and pacing guides, and support each other in professional development.

Teaching & Learning Cycle

1. We Will Focus on Learning

At Hurricane Intermediate, learning is our core mission. We commit to:

• Active Engagement:
  Every student deserves to be actively involved in their learning journey. We strive to create dynamic and inclusive classrooms where students are motivated, curious, and consistently participating in meaningful tasks.

• Clear Purpose & Targets:
  We will design every lesson with intentional learning outcomes. Students will always know what they are learning, why it matters, and how they can achieve success.

• Data Driven:
  Instructional decisions will be guided by accurate and timely data. We will consistently assess student progress and adjust our teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of all learners.

2. We Will Build a Culture of Collaboration

We believe that strong professional communities lead to stronger student outcomes. We commit to:

• Common Team Interventions & Assessments:
  Teachers will work together to design aligned assessments and interventions, ensuring that no student falls through the cracks. We will respond collectively to student needs with timely support.

• Value All Voices:
  Every staff member, student, and family has a voice worth hearing. We will foster an environment where open communication, mutual respect, and shared decision-making are the norm.

• Collective Ownership of All Students:
  We see every student as our student. Success is a shared responsibility, and we will work as a team to ensure that every child is supported academically, socially, and emotionally.

3. We Will Do What’s Best for Kids

Everything we do centers around the well-being and success of our students. We commit to:

• Positive Relationships with Students:
  Strong, trusting relationships are foundational to learning. We will get to know each student personally, celebrate their strengths, and support them through challenges.

• Growth Mindset:
  We will foster a culture where effort, resilience, and learning from mistakes are valued. Students and staff alike will be encouraged to grow, improve, and never settle for less than their best.

• High Academic & Behavioral Expectations for All Students:
  We will maintain and uphold high standards for both academics and behavior, believing in the potential of every student to meet those expectations with the right support.

OUR MISSION:

Ensure that every student is high-achieving & well-rounded
We are committed to nurturing the whole child—academically, socially, and emotionally—so each student leaves our school prepared for lifelong success.

H-Town 3 Learning Targets

Students will demonstrate understanding and application of the H-Town 3 principles of respect, responsibility, and resilience in their daily actions and interactions.

Success Criteria:

• Respect:

  • Students will identify and articulate behaviors demonstrating respect for themselves, peers, and authority figures.

  • Students will actively listen to others without interrupting and speak to others with kindness and empathy.

  • Students will demonstrate respect for diversity and differences in opinions, backgrounds, and experiences.

• Responsibility:

  • Students will take ownership of their actions and choices, acknowledging the positive and negative consequences.

  • Students will complete tasks and assignments on time, meeting or exceeding expectations.

  • Students will demonstrate reliability by fulfilling commitments and obligations to themselves and others.

• Resilience:

  • Students will persevere through challenges and setbacks, demonstrating a positive attitude and determination.

  • Students will utilize problem-solving skills to overcome obstacles and adapt to changing circumstances.

  • Students will seek and accept constructive feedback as opportunities for growth and improvement.

1325 South 700 West
Hurricane, Utah 84737
P: 435-635-8931
F: 435-635-8937

Terri Howell
gro.21khsaw@llewoh.irret

Ryan Eves
gro.21khsaw@seve.nayr