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PHILOSOPHY

WORKING TOWARD EXCELLENCE: PLANNING FOR 2000 A.D.

Intent
The intent of this document is to insure a common understanding and commitment to the direction the District will be taking during the next several years.

The mission statement will define what is to be accomplished in the schools; and the belief statement the manner in which the mission will be pursued.  Together they provide the guidelines for the action to be taken in order to have the kind of schools that are desired.

The input and support of all members of the communities served will assure the success of our efforts and our pupils.

Beliefs
There are key beliefs which are the foundation for teaching, learning, supervising and managing the challenges, decisions and actions taken daily within the school environment.  Maintaining behaviors and attitudes consistent with these key beliefs is essential to the successful pursuit of our mission.

  1. Pupils are our first priority and deserve our concern and respect.
  2. All pupils have the ability to grow and reach their full potential.
  3. Pupils can best be served by a network of professional and support staff who have
    a highly developed desire and capacity to teach, nurture and support pupils.
  4. The success of pupils depends upon the collective efforts of all segments of the community; parents, teachers, counselors, administrators, citizens, government, and the pupils themselves.
  5. Learning is a lifelong process which needs to be nurtured.
  6. The Board and faculty are responsible for all pupils. Their example, actions and interactions related to the pupils and the school must reflect the highest professional and ethical standards.
  7. Free public education for all children is a cornerstone of a democratic society that values the worth and dignity of each individual.

Mission
The mission of the Board shall be to provide each pupil the educational opportunity and support that will enable him or her to develop the skills necessary to function politically, economically and socially as a responsible and contributing citizen in a democratic society.

The Board will provide a planned program of learning that incorporates into its curriculum the lessons and experiences, within and without the classroom needed to allow each pupil to achieve his or her full potential.