Huron School District | Huron, SD :: District

Huron School District Philosophy

The Huron School District Philosophy is based on the following components:

Mission Statement

Lifelong learners will be inspired and developed through

effective teaching in a safe and caring environment.

Vision Statement

Respect - Pride - Excellence For All

Belief Statements

An educational institution proceeds based upon certain beliefs

about children, schools, and society.

WE BELIEVE:

…all children are capable of learning, achieving, and succeeding.
…high expectations produce high achievers.
…our schools provide the opportunity and incentive to challenge
each student to develop to the best of his/her ability.
…our greatest resource is people.
…in the worth and dignity of the individual.
…the primary responsibility of education begins in the home and
is shared by the student, family school, and community.
…our school system is accountable to our community.
…that the acquisition of academic skills is the primary objective
of our schools.
…our schools emphasize the development of technical and
occupational skills.
…change is essential for growth and improvement.
…in the ideals on which the Constitution is based and that educated
and involved citizens are essential for a democratic society.
…a quality school system enhances the quality of the community.
…in the interrelationship of personal virtues, civic values, and
ethical conduct.
…schools assist in the development of the whole child.