0. The vision of Douglas County School District is to help students acquire the knowledge and abilities to be responsible citizens who contribute to our society.

   Educational Excellence Productive Effort

1. High expectations are the focus of The pursuit of greater knowledge and everything we do. We challenge all people to acquire a foundation of knowledge and academic skills, and to achieve their highest potential.

Human Diversity

Varied beliefs and backgrounds strengthen a public education system. We respect differences which contribute to a better society for all human beings.

Individual Potential

Individuals develop within an environ- ment that nurtures intellectual, social, emotional, physical and aesthetic growth.

Lifelong Learning

Education is a process that begins at birth and continues throughout life. We foster curiosity, motivation and the desire to learn that extends beyond school settings.

Shared Responsibility

The partnerships among parents, students, staff and community members are characterized by mutual commitment and collaborative effort.

Ethical Behavior

Our actions are distinguished by the highest standards of personal behavior, including trust, honesty, fairness, integrity and mutual respect.

Continuous Improvement

Our district, its systems and processes will be subject to continual scrutiny and improvement. We will be recog- nized for management by fact, results focus and a long range outlook.

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