BELIEF STATEMENTS

• Understanding and valuing human diversity enriches individuals, communities, and society.

• The development of self-esteem and confidence is essential for success.

• Excellence in teaching and learning requires hard work and preparation.

• Public schools exist to provide equal educational opportunities for all students.

• Effective communication is a required, vital aspect of the learning experience.

• Students have the right to a safe, healthy, and nurturing educational environment.

• Students will be challenged and supported to achieve their potential in a positive, accommodating learning environment.

• Each student has unique needs and learns in multiple ways.

• Stakeholders will stay involved when clear and concise action plans produce desired outcomes.

• All students are unique and will be given the opportunity to reach his or her highest potential when education is a responsibility shared among schools, families, and communities.

• High standards of academic achievement and behavior are necessary for an effective learning environment.