As part of its responsibility to establish a guiding vision for the district, the Governing Board shall develop and regularly review a set of fundamental principles which describes the district's beliefs, values or tenets. The Board and district staff shall incorporate this philosophy in all district programs and activities.
(cf. 0000 - Vision)
(cf. 0200 - Goals for the School District)
(cf. 9000 - Role of the Board)
We Believe¬Ö
• Our first responsibility is to provide a quality educational program that meets the needs of all students in the district.
• That we teach the whole child. We expect academic achievement, personal responsibility, honesty, cultural sensitivity, and respect for people, property, and the environment.
• That all children can learn best in a safe, clean, caring, and aesthetically pleasing environment.
• That when we come together as one community, we are enriched by our cultural diversity.
• That people are our most important resource and should be treated with respect and dignity.
• That we need families as partners with the school and district in sharing ideas and giving input to major decisions affecting their children's education.
• That when students' families are engaged in their learning, students will be engaged in learning.
• That we have a responsibility to demonstrate the effective and wise use of money and resources.
• That we serve our students and our community best when we work together as a team.
Legal Reference:
EDUCATION CODE
51002 Local development of programs based on stated philosophy and goals
51019 Definition of philosophy
Management Resources:
CSBA PUBLICATIONS
Maximizing School Board Leadership: Vision, 1996
District Website: http://www.nmusd.us
Policy NEWPORT-MESA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
adopted: April 25, 2017 Costa Mesa, California