NOSD MISSION, VISION, and CORE VALUES

Mission

The Mission of the Northern Ozaukee School District is to prepare students to think critically, to make informed decisions, to be continual learners, to value learning, and to be productive members of a democratic society.

Vision

Northern Ozaukee School Distict functions as a professional learning community, where staff members, students, parents, and community:

» Establish a foundation for all students to acquire and process knowledge;

» Actively engage and support all students in meaningful learning;

» Have high academic, social, and moral expectations; and

» Work collaboratively.

Core Values

In order to achieve the Vision of the school district that functions as a professional learning community, the Northern Ozaukee School District Board of Education, administration, faculty, and staff members will:

» Commit to the learning and achievement of all students

» Provide an emotionally and physically safe learning environment

» Guide students in reflecting upon their learning

» Help students to recognize, strengthen, and use their talents

» Ensure that a variety of instructional strategies are used to achieve success for all students

» Align curriculum, instruction, and assessment with standards

» Analyze student data to improve student learning and achievement

» Review, evaluate, and use instructional practices based on current research

» Engage in meaningful professional development to improve student learning

» Use time and resources wisely to facilitate staff and student learning

» Present a positive public image