About D154

Marengo Community High School Dist. 154 Board of Education Beliefs, Vision, Mission and Goals

Adopted February 22, 2010

We believe …

Students and Learning

… all students can learn.

… students need a sense of belonging in a safe, secure, learning environment.

… education should prepare all students for college or careers.

… all students should have equitable opportunities and be challenged, recognizing their different learning styles.

… students learn through participation in activities.

Faculty, Staff and Teaching

… staff focus on and be accountable for student learning.

… staff have school pride and commitment.

… staff are a positive influence, have integrity and be trustworthy.

… staff make learning relevant and develop positive relationships with students.

… staff are committed to life-long learning.

Schools and Community

… schools should be fiscally responsible.

… the community will provide resources needed for quality education.

… schools and community that have a positive collaborative partnership will lead to successful students.

… school will be the center of the community and reflect community values.

The Vision of Marengo CHSD 154 is:

… to become a model learning community.

… for all taxing bodies will work together to meet the needs of the community.

… to be recognized for financial, academic, and extra-curricular excellence.

… to be recognized for having outstanding teaching and support staff.

… for all students will

• be able to think critically and solve real-world problems

• be drug-free and gang-free

• be technologically literate

• exhibit strong literacy skills

• exceed college entrance expectations

• be confident, motivated and successful

• have the knowledge and skills to be productive members of the society

• see relevancy in their learning

The Mission of Marengo CHSD 154: Where learning is valued and excellence is the standard.

School District Goals:

Goal 1: Increase student achievement for ALL students.

Performance indicators:

• National standardized tests

• State standardized tests

• Local standardized tests

• Locally developed tests

• Area or state competitions

Goal 2: Continue to provide a comprehensive high school program.

Goal 3: Remain fiscally responsible while achieving our goals.

Goal 4: Continue and enhance the positive relationships with the communities of District 154.