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Mission and Belief Statements

Mission Statement:

The mission of Academy School District 20, dedicated to national and international standards of excellence, is to educate every student through a comprehensive and academically challenging curriculum taught in a safe and nurturing environment. We challenge students to pursue dreams, succeed with integrity, and contribute meaningfully to a diverse society.
Belief Statements:

We believe that:
  • The education of each student is a responsibility shared by students, families, schools, and communities;
  • Creative and critical thinking and openness to new ideas stimulate learning;
  • Each individual is worthy of respect;
  • Each individual achieves best in an environment where physical and emotional safety are secure;
  • Personal integrity is essential to individual success;
  • Quality education is vital to our community;
  • Learning is a lifelong endeavor;
  • Each individual learns in a variety of ways and has vast learning potential.

Adopted by the Board of Education - October 10, 2002