District Mission Statement

SANTEE SCHOOL DISTRICT

"Where Young Minds Meet Open Doors"

VISION, MISSION,
BELIEF STATEMENTS, AND GOALS

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MISSION STATEMENT

Adopted March 5, 2019

Providing an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people

VISION STATEMENT

Adopted March 5, 2019

Unlocking the potential of tomorrow by building confident, innovative learners today

BELIEF STATEMENTS

Adopted May 1, 2012

Children are our first priority. Therefore we believe....

  1. All students can learn.
  2. Student growth, academic performance, and positive personal development are the highest measures of student and district success.
  3. Trust, integrity, respect, citizenship, honesty, responsibility, commitment, and pride are the foundations on which our district is built.
  4. Students should understand and respect the origin of the nation, the law of the land, and the principles of our democracy.
  5. Parent and community involvement in our schools is crucial to the academic success of our students.
  6. Knowledgeable, motivated, and inspired employees assure the success of our students.
  7. Everyone has the right to learn and work in a safe, healthy, orderly, and clean environment.
  8. The district operates efficiently and effectively through focused leadership, fiscal responsibility, and open communication, with a strong academic program as the top priority.

BOARD GOALS

  • Educational Achievement
    • Assure the highest level of educational achievement for all students.
  • Learning Environment
    • Provide a safe, engaging environment that promotes creativity, innovation, and personalized learning
  • Fiscal Accountability
    • Financially support the vision, mission, and goals of the District by maximizing resources, controlling expenses, and managing assets to ensure fiscal solvency and flexibility.
  • Staff Development
    • Implement a staff development plan as the cornerstone of employee performance and growth.
  • Student Well-Being
    • Provide social, emotional, and health service programs, integrated with community resources, to foster student character and personal well-being.