SD72 Adopts New Vision, Mission, And Values Statements

School District 72 has officially adopted new vision, mission, and values statements.

The new statements, chosen through a collaborative process with families, students, staff, and community members, will help guide the district’s strategic planning and daily work.

In May, the board invited input on the district’s vision, mission, and values through an initial survey, gathering 713 responses.

Based on the feedback, the board presented three new options for each statement.

Those  options were circulated through a second survey with 944 participants, including 665 parents, 191 staff, 76 students, and 12 community members.

The board adopted the most popular choices through a motion at their public meeting last week.

The board approved the vision statement, “A responsive and dynamic learning environment where all students can realize their unique potential.”

That reflects the district’s focus on creating an adaptable learning environment that fosters student success. It was the preferred choice of students, parents, and community members, with strong support from respondents.

The new mission statement reads, “To develop well-rounded individuals who are prepared to meet the challenges of the future with resilience, responsibility, and respect.”

This statement reflects the district’s commitment to holistic student development, focusing on equipping learners with the skills they need to thrive in a changing world.

The board adopted the following values statement: “Learning comes first. Equity is key. Diversity is valued. Responsibility and respect are essential.”

This choice was particularly popular with students, who appreciated the simpler, more direct language.

The board emphasized that the feedback was instrumental in shaping the new guiding statements, which help the district focus on supporting student growth, fostering equity, and preparing learners to meet the future with confidence and competence.

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