Ada Exempted Village Schools is a district rich in tradition and history. Our Vision: Aspiring to excel in all areas of the school experience. Our Mission: With a strong history of traditions, community partnerships and pride, we, the Ada Schools, challenge, inspire, and empower all learners through rigorous and meaningful curriculum using effective and innovative instructional strategies. Our Beliefs: High levels of student achievement take place in an atmosphere of mutal respect where people work as a team to meet the needs of all learners; Effective and innovative instructional strategies include those that are relevant, research-based, data-driven, and technologically advanced; Optimum learning occurs when students are highly engaged in meaningful work, assisting in setting their own high standards and measuring progress; Students are better prepared for the future when they become self-directed learners, independent thinkers, and problem-solvers; Students who are provided educational excellence, community service opportunities, and extra-curricular activities develop into well-rounded young adults who become caring citizens and contributing members of society; School and community partnerships include schools, families, businesses, universities, and other community organizations or groups; Through the dedicated efforts of school, family and community, students are launched for a life of learning.