Spink County School Districts
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DOLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT 56-2
The Doland Public School seeks to develop fundamental skills and encourages students to use these as building blocks for their future. It is the goal of the Doland Public School to meet individual needs by offering college preparatory courses, vocational courses, and technical courses. The major responsibility of the school is to enrich the students' intellectual growth by providing the environment and climate for learning. Each student should be treated as a unique individual with his/her own capabilities and background. We shall strive to guide the individual in the development of personal interests, values, potential, and self-worth. The role of the teacher is important in stimulating the individual to achievement and personal growth. The personality, skills, and abilities of the classroom teacher are vital to the educational program. The process of education is shared by the cooperation of the parents, school, community, church, and the student, in order to develop acceptable standards of social and moral behavior. In accomplishing these goals, it is our intention to equip students to become self-supporting and productive members of society.
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HITCHCOCK TULARE SCHOOL DISTRICT 56-6
MISSION STATEMENT: To empower students to enter the world as productive citizens.
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NORTHWESTERN AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT 56-7
Northwestern Area School District, located in Mellette, S.D., provides a friendly, small-school atmosphere to 310 students in grades K-12 in the community. Students receive a top-notch education with highly regarded academic programs and extracurricular activities. Academically, Northwestern offers elective courses in art, business, Spanish, music, industrial technology and wellness in addition to the core curriculum. To prepare students for college, Northwestern offers Advanced Placement courses in English Literature, English Language, Calculus, Biology, Chemistry, and U.S. History. Students enjoy one-on-one attention with staff members, while they also have the opportunity to take classes online, through the DDN system and at the Hub Area Technical School. Nearly every classroom has a mounted, wireless LCD projector and laptops. With three stationary computer labs and three wireless labs, Northwestern boasts a student-to-computer ratio of 1:1.1. The school also has two Senteo clicker systems to use in the classroom. Organizations such as Future Business Leaders of America, Drama Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Student Council and Journalism provide students with additional learning opportunities outside the classroom. FBLA advances several students to the national convention each year. The screen-printing business run by the students encompasses both the art and business programs to make high-quality Northwestern School apparel for students and community members. Drama Club advances thespians to the state competition in oral interpretation and contest play in addition to performing a spring play. The Journalism class produces the award-winning yearbook and newspaper. The Student Council organizes all homecoming festivities. Athletically, Northwestern has played in 19 state championships, bringing home 10 state titles. Northwestern possesses a strong tradition in football, volleyball, basketball and track and field. Students can also participate in cheerleading and wrestling. Northwestern athletes work out in a facility that features two gymnasiums, a weight room, a cardio room and a football field that features a concession stand with skybox seating. The school lunch program features a hot breakfast and salad bar once a week.
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REDFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT 56-4
VISION STATEMENT: The Redfield School will combine efforts with parents, students and the community to provide a safe and supportive learning environment, which will allow each student to receive a well-rounded education and develop the life skills and knowledge necessary to become responsible, respectful, and economically productive citizens.