Philosophy and Vision
Philosophy and Vision
Philosophy of Leadership
- Leaders are a person first and an administrator second.
- Leaders empower students and staff to be successful in life.
- Leaders create and maintain a risk-free environment.
- Leaders treat everyone with respect and lead by example.
Philosophy of Education
- Learning is purposeful, valued, and lifelong.
- Students deserve the opportunity to be successful.
- Students learn in different ways.
- Learning is social before it is cognitive.
Vision for Teachers
- Teachers are facilitators and leaders within our learning community.
- Teachers motivate, guide, and empower students to be successful.
- Teachers collaborate with one another in order to share ideas and support each other's efforts.
- Teachers view themselves as lifelong learners who are always willing to grow professionally.
Vision for Learners
- Learners feel respected, valued, confident, and more knowledgeable.
- Learners' social, emotional, and cognitive needs are met.
- Learners are given choices, which empower them to learn from their experiences.
- Learners are able to apply their skills, abilities, and knowledge in many different contexts.
Vision for the Organization
- The school community works together in order for everyone to be successful.
- Everyone feels welcome.
- Decisions are based on their impact on the overall school achievement.
- Schools provide resources and support to assist students with achieving their goal.
"Character is the foundation upon which we must build to win respect. Just as no worthy building can be erected on a weak foundation, so no lasting reputation worthy of respect can be built on a weak character. "–Aristotle