Mission Statement
Mission
To be a world class, student-focused, community of teaching and learning.
Vision
To be a model school district.
Purpose
To make a significant difference in the lives of children.
Fundamental Belief
A caring, competent and qualified teacher in every classroom is the key to student
success in school.
Educational Philosophy
 The philosophy of the Blaine County School District Board of Trustees is one of
total commitment to educational excellence. The Board continually seeks curriculum
and staff improvement based on reliable research, sound principles of child development,
and proven teaching practices.
The Board believes that it is the duty of the school organization to serve the community
by providing a comprehensive educational program, and it pledges that each school
will offer students the opportunity for maximum growth potential in a climate of
mutual trust and respect.
The Board also recognizes that home and community have tremendous influence, and
the development of students, moral conduct, self esteem and academic achievement
is a shared responsibility. With parental support, a positive school experience
should guarantee that each student receives a quality education and is prepared
to meet the future as a well-adjusted, productive member of society.
 The Board has defined its vision of what a quality education should encompass by
adopting a set of goals established by a committee of school personnel and community
members. By constantly working toward these goals, it will be ensured that each
student has every opportunity to acquire academic knowledge, life skills, principles
of good citizenship and democratic ideals.
The Board of Trustees dedicates the efforts and resources of the Blaine County School
District to fulfilling these important commitments to its students and community.
Educational Goals
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To offer a total educational program which encourages students to develop their
abilities and reach their potential for a full, rich life.
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To identify and meet the needs of each and every student the
District serves from
preschool to post high school.
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To provide an atmosphere in which each student's dignity, worth, and positive self-image
are of utmost importance.
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To help each student acquire the citizenship skills and respect for others necessary
to become contributing members of our democratic society.
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To instill in each student the desire to learn and the recognition that living in
a changing world requires life-long learning.
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To develop in each student the necessary skills to acquire and maintain good health
in body and mind and an attitude that precludes the misuse of drugs and alcohol.
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To provide classroom instruction which is relevant so that each student has the
opportunity to find meaningful work and a productive place in our society.
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To ensure that each student masters language skills and is able to make the best
use of his or her abilities to read, write, speak, and listen.
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To ensure that each student recognizes the increasingly important role of mathematics
in the world today and is empowered with mathematical skills appropriate to his
or her abilities, needs, interests, and goals.
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To provide each student with an appreciation for science, an awareness of the world's
expanding technology, and the opportunity to acquire scientific skills and knowledge.
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To provide each student with a general social studies education necessary for participation
in a global society.
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To offer each student a general fine arts education and the opportunity to develop
artistic and creative skills according to his or her desire and ability.
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To help each student develop certain life skills, including career education, interpersonal
communication, money management, and goal setting.
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To offer each student a choice of extracurricular opportunities allowing for the
development and expansion of a variety of interests.
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To provide students the opportunity to study advanced subjects and to ensure that
a wide range of college preparatory classes are available.
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