Highland Community Unit School District #5
Highland, IL
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We believe that -----

  • life-long learning is essential to becoming a contributing member of society.

  • every human being is unique, has worth, and can learn through encouragement and support.

  • recognition and respect are essential to self worth.

  • the self-esteem of every human being is important and needs to be nurtured.

  • individual differences, including but not limited to cultural, ethnic, and physical, must be respected.

  • a positive work ethic is essential in contributing to a productive society.

  • responsible and ethical behavior is vital to society.

  • the ability to communicate is fundamental to learning.

  • education opens the door to greater opportunities and enriches the life of every human being.

  • a healthy, positive, safe, secure, and accessible environment is essential to learning.

  • improvement requires a willingness to change.

  • education is both a right and a responsibility.

  • effective education is a result of collaboration among family, school, and community.

  • high expectations plus motivation provide the ideal environment to accomplish maximum results.

  • addressing the needs of all students is essential to developing a quality curricular, co-curricular, and extra-curricular school program.

  • quality schools require accountability at all levels.

  • democratic principles are essential to a free society.

  • quality personnel is a key to quality schools.

  • quality schools are essential to community growth.

  • technology is an important tool for society.

  • community involvement is essential for successful schools.

  • all students should feel a part of their learning community.

  • even the best can be better.