Our GRADUATES tell the story

Innovation, Opportunity, and Excellence define our philosophy in preparing our students to be the next generation of leaders in our world.  Our mission is clear:

Provide each student with the knowledge, attitudes, and skills necessary to assure success.
 

To achieve this, we offer one of the largest selections of programs and services in the region for all ages including:
 

· Preschool

· Day Care

· Developmental and Accelerated Kindergarten

· Gifted and Talented 

· Vocational Education 

· Co-Op Opportunities 

· Bilingual Services

· Drama, Music and Art

· World Languages such as Mandarin Chinese

· Dual Enrollment

· Cultural Exchange Programs

· Athletics at our Two Class A High Schools

· And Many Student Organizations

Our schools partner with local community organizations, colleges, and universities in providing our students with a wide range of scholarship opportunities.

Our pledge to our parents is that we will:

• Graduate all students with the necessary core skills of reading, writing, mathematics, science, social studies, and foreign language.
• Provide each student with a well rounded education beyond the basic skills through exploration and training in areas of interest including art, music, drama, industrial arts, as well as social and personal skills for good citizenship.
• Provide a safe learning environment for all students.
• Teach students good behavior, to respect others, and value diversity.
• Assist students with their individual educational needs and pursuits such as college preparation, financial aid information, counseling, and extracurricular activities.
• Invite and encourage parent involvement.

It is a well known fact that when parents are involved in their children’s education, those children are successful. We encourage parents to help us by:

• Monitoring their children’s education including completion of homework assignments and tracking academic progress throughout the school year.
• Providing us with feedback on how we are providing for their children’s education.
• Participating in school events and activities with their children when opportunities exist.
• Communicating with teachers and principals through parent-teacher conferences, email, telephone, or in person.
• Supporting our teachers and principals in their efforts to teach students about inappropriate actions and behaviors.

I invite you to explore the information provided on our district and school web pages about the educational opportunities, programs, and services our schools offer. I also invite you to contact us if you have questions, comments, or would like additional information.

Sincerely,
Doug Newcombe, Superintendent