Mission, Vision, Belief, and Goals

Our Mission: (Why do we exist?)

We will prepare each learner with the knowledge and skills necessary for a productive life in a changing world.

Our Vision: (What kind of school do we hope to become?)

Our students will leave Okoboji Schools proud of their educational experience and confident in their skills to succeed.

Our Beliefs: (How must we behave in order to create the kind of school we hope to become?)

1.      Everyone has the right and the responsibility to learn. Learning is a lifetime pursuit.

2.      Our learning community consists of students, staff, administrations, school board, families and patrons. Collectively we are committed to excellent education for all.

3.      High expectations and quality effort create the best potential to maximize achievement. This is best accomplished through identified standards of performance.

4.      Decisions should be made with the best interests of the students in mind. Decision-making is a collaborative, open-minded process.

5.      A comprehensive education program, including a broad-based curriculum, access to state of the art technology and a wide variety of activities, provides the best learning experiences for students.

6.      We believe Character Counts and that showing the attitudes of trustworthiness, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship creates the best environment in which to work and learn. Everyone should feel welcomed at schools.

7.      A safe school environment is essential. Anything less prevents learners from reaching their potential.

8.      Resources should be used wisely with the best interests of students always in mind.

9.      Learning should be purposeful, challenging, stimulating, and rewarding for both students and staff.

10. Every student has worth. We will never give up on any child in helping him/her obtain an education.

Our Goals: (What steps are we going to take to meet our mission?)
1.      Institute an aggressive district public relations program with the city and area realtors

2.      Maintain a solvency ratio between 7.5% and 10%

3.      Long range budgeting for the best opportunities for students

4.      Establish dialogue with surrounding districts to discuss sharing resources, programs and facilities

5.      Increase subgroup (SES, IEP) proficiency levels to state trajectories

6.      Provide equitable opportunities for all students to reach their potential

7.      Continue professional development strategies for differentiated instruction