Vision, Mission, Beliefs and Ends Policies

Vision

A Culture of Excellence That Engages the Community and Inspires the Future

Mission Statement

Inspiring Our Children Toward Life-long Service and Success Through Rigorous Academics, Relevant Activities and Valuable Relationships

Beliefs

• We believe every child can learn.
• We believe every child can be motivated to learn when his or her individual needs are met.
• We believe every child can achieve his or her potential when challenged and stimulated intellectually.
• We believe every child deserves exemplary staff and facilities.
• We believe every child and member of the school community deserves a safe and secure environment.
• We believe every child needs and benefits from active partnerships involving school, family and community.
• We believe every child is enriched by experiencing our valuable diversity.
• We believe every child should be instilled with values such as citizenship, honesty, dependability and accountability.
• We believe every child deserves to be treated with respect and should provide respect to others.
   

Board of Education Ends Policies

1. All students will be provided with a safe, nurturing, learning environment.
2. All students will be taught by competent and caring staff who exhibit personal integrity and professionalism.
3. All students will be taught by staff using a variety of instructional strategies, methodologies, and assessments based on real life experiences and designed to positively impact learning.
4. All students will meet or exceed state learning standards and district benchmarks.
5. All students will exhibit individual progress by demonstrating an understanding of the relationship between effort and achievement.
6. All students will read at a level that demonstrates their individual potential.
7. All graduates will be equipped with a minimum set of skills;
   1. Read at a level for post-secondary success
   2. Solve algebraic and geometric problems
   3. Solve problems where hypotheses must be formed and tested
   4. Work with persons of diverse cultural backgrounds
   5. Effectively communicate orally and in writing
   6. Use technology for word processing, spreadsheets, information, research, and communication.
8. All students will feel valued and respected and will develop important personal characteristics including honesty, trustworthiness, integrity, respect, compassion, responsibility and citizenship.
9. All parents will support their child’s learning experiences.
10. All stakeholders will support student progress and achievement through active involvement in the educational process.
11. A welcoming atmosphere will be evident in all district facilities.