CODE: AD-E Maine School Administrative District No. 31 VISION STATEMENT M.S.A.D. #31 ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS We view our school as the centerpiece of the community, where children want to be because of its nurturing environment and its learning opportunities. We view our school as a place where parents and others are welcome to be involved in school activities, and become partners in the education of our children. We acknowledge and support goal one from America 2000 that "All Children in America will Start School Ready to Learn". Providing a safe, nurturing environment where all interaction is positive for children and adults is our primary goal. We will promote self-esteem by providing opportunities for success and positive reinforcement for all of our children. The school will provide teachers with opportunities for building collegial relationships, professional growth, and collaborative problem-solving. Our school will value risk-taking and the willingness to try various ways of problem-solving by students and teachers. Opportunities to enrich and individualize students' learning will be encouraged through technology, library resources, art, music, and physical education, as well as in classroom activities. We will make every effort to establish clear expectations for our students in citizenship traits and sound moral values, including respect for property, for all adults, and for each other. VISION STATEMENT M.S.A.D. #31 HICHBORN MIDDLE SCHOOL Our vision is to give students an appreciation for learning, to have positive influences on their lives, to teach the basic skills for living in our world, and to instill in them positive attitudes. Philosophy and Goals We believe that all students have the capability to learn and we strive to meet the needs of each individual student and to develop their individual gifts and talents to the fullest. We realize that middle school age students are going through many changes and have many unique needs. We feel that the students deserve to have dedicated and enthusiastic teachers and administrators. We also believe that we must work together with parents and community members and have their support if we are to provide the very best education for our students. Goals 1. To provide our students with a variety of learning experiences to achieve the basic skills they will need to be successful in high school. 2. To instill in each student a desire to learn. 3. To provide extracurricular experiences for our students to gain needed social and personal skills. 4. To provide open lines of communication with students, parents, and community. VISION STATEMENT Penobscot Valley High School serves a unique student body, acting as a receiving school for eight local communities that differ in vocational, social, and economic backgrounds. We recognize our responsibility to create a positive environment where students can obtain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to achieve success in their lives. We strive to provide a challenging academic program and recognize the importance of providing opportunities for social growth. Academic and social growth will be achieved through a comprehensive student-centered curriculum that enables students to become responsible, contributing members of a global society. This curriculum shall be taught by a conscientious staff, assisted by an effective administrative team, and supported by a community dedicated to providing the highest quality education for its young people. STUDENT EXPECTATIONS In alignment with the guiding Principles of the State of Maine Learning Results, a Penobscot Valley High School Student will:
SCHOOL EXPECTATIONS Penobscot Valley High School will:
Adopted: 04/15/1998 Reviewed: 08/19/2009 |