Dear ILS Guardians/Parents:
I hope this message finds you well. I would like to share information from the Michigan Department of Education (MDE) about Inland Lakes Schools and our overall improvement during the 2022-2023 school year. My hope for this letter is to acknowledge the contributions of every individual within our school organization. Together, we have demonstrated the strength of teamwork and the positive impact it can have on the Indian River community. As always, we have areas that we need to improve but today we can celebrate our overall growth during the 2022-2023 school year.
The School Index Report from the MDE is a comprehensive document that provides valuable insights into the performance and overall progress of our school. It is a product of diligent evaluation and analysis conducted by the MDE, offering a complete view of all areas here at Inland Lakes Schools. This report incorporates multiple factors to assess our school's overall performance, including student proficiency, growth, graduation rates, and other key metrics.
The report is structured to offer a detailed breakdown of different indicators, allowing us to grasp where we excel and where there's room for enhancement. It provides a nuanced perspective that goes beyond simple test scores, emphasizing growth, equity, and various elements that contribute to a well-rounded education.
The table linked in our newsletter provided by MI School Data https://www.mischooldata.org/ highlights Inland Lakes growth between the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school year. If interested, you can see all public school index reports by going to the website above- by clicking K-12, school accountability and school index report.
Should you have any questions or need further clarification regarding the School Index Report or any other aspect of our educational programs, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Warm regards,
Elizabeth Fairbanks
Inland Lakes Schools
Superintendent
231-238-6868 #163
efairbanks@inlandlakes.org