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MISSION STATEMENT: We will provide a challenging curriculum and activities in a safe, nurturing environment where all are motivated to achieve their potential. VISION STATEMENT: All students will graduate, with the essential skills to attend a post-secondary education program of their choice, be able to compete in a global economy, and to become a productive, contributing asset in the workforce and their community.
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Mission Statement: A spirited learning community creating educational opportunities for individual student success.
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Students are our focus, truly moving education into the 21st century is our goal, and inspiration for students to successfully face the challenges of the future is our mission statement. Scappoose School District combines many of the benefits of both a rural and an urban school district. Positioned within Columbia County and yet within easy commuting distance of Metro Portland, our schools boast class sizes and a culture that allow us to very effectively focus on individual student needs. Our caring staff along with our supportive community and School Board, values each and every student, and strive to supply what is essential to achieving personal and academic growth for all. In Scappoose we are fortunate in the number and quality of our volunteers, and we truly value how they enrich our programs in helping to more strongly link our community to our schools.
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Our Beliefs: We believe all individuals will be SAFE, RESPECTFUL, and RESPONSIBLE. We believe students with a mastery of core subjects will be successful in the ever-changing world. We believe students are lifelong learners with critical and creative thinking skills. A wise stewardship of resources must provide 21st Century educational and technological facilities. District resources will be aligned to the advancement of K-12 programs. We believe the community actively participates in defining high expectations for students, education and well-being. We believe that safe, nurturing and inclusive school environments provide opportunities to expand world views by promoting good citizenship, fostering tolerance and broadening the mind to new ideas. We believe students shall be challenged to learn at their full potential through rigorous instruction while providing tiered levels of support.
We believe it is our role to help students discover their strengths and talents and encourage creativity and individualistic approaches for the success of every student. We believe in engaging students in the learning process by addressing individual needs and learning styles, recognizing that each student can learn and learn well. We believe that learning must be relevant to real life situations, utilizing technology as it adds value to the learning process. We believe it is critical to communicate to all stakeholders the importance of student achievement. We embrace human diversity seeking to recruit and retain culturally rich and diverse perspectives.
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Vernonia School District serves approximately 600 students. The district offers kindergarten through 12th grade, in two elementary schools; Vernonia Elementary and Mist Elementary Schools, one Middle School; Vernonia Middle School and one high school; Vernonia High School. Each school takes an active role in providing educational programs designed to bolster students’ self-esteem and foster a positive school environment. Vision Statement: "We will open the doors for all to discover the world of endless possibilities."