BELLINGHAM SCHOOL DISTRICT

MISSION AND VISION STATEMENT

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the Bellingham School District, in partnership with the community, is to provide students with the knowledge, skills, and qualities required to be successful in a changing, diverse world.

VISION STATEMENT

Education in Bellingham is a shared, life-long experience in which the diverse needs of all individuals are met. This experience, provided in a safe, supportive environment, will ensure success in a changing world.

WE BELIEVE…

• In a learning environment that fosters respect and security and provides meaningful learning experiences for all individuals.
• Clearly defined performance expectations promote success.
• School staff should be leaders and innovators in education and be positive role models.
• Quality teaching along with interesting, relevant, and challenging activities will produce optimal learning.
• School programs must be flexible.
• Service/programs should be designed to benefit learners.
• All students can learn and reach their potential.
• Schools and the community should work together to prepare students to positively contribute to a democratic society and world community.
• Learning is a continuum that occurs inside and outside of school and takes may forms.
• Each individual should be prepared to respectfully contribute to an increasingly complex, changing, multi-cultural society and workplace.

Approved May 28, 1998