1. St. Helen Elementary School Vision Statement A statement that describes what the institution hopes to be doing in the future. A vision statement is a clear description of the components and characteristics of the system that will be needed to deliver the mission of the organization. It is the vision of St. Helen Elementary that together with our community, we strive to develop productive, thoughtful citizens who are life-long learners and positive contributors to our community, our nation and the world. Mission Statement A statement developed in concert with all stakeholders that creates a clear and focused statement of purpose and function. The mission statement identifies the priorities and educational beliefs of the institution with regard to what is to be developed within its students. The mission statement provides direction for the staff and the parameters for decision-making. St. Helen Elementary School is devoted to strengthen the partnership among our students, families and community. All students will achieve their highest intellectual, physical, social and emotional potential while fostering respect for themselves and others. Our goal is to prepare students for the rapidly changing world by inspiring and challenging them to be life-long learners in a diverse and technologically driven society. Beliefs Statement: Beliefs are core values or guiding principles that drive an institution's every day actions. They are powerful determinants of the quality of an institution. State fundamental bedrock convictions, values of the institution, guide the fundamental decision-making. Beliefs Statement St. Helen Elementary School is committed to the following Beliefs: -We commit to Teaching and Learning: The district holds high expectations for all students, identifies essential curricular content, makes certain it is sequenced appropriately and is taught effectively in the available instructional ties. Assessments used are aligned to curricular content and are used to guide instructional decisions and monitor student learning. -We commit to positive Leadership: District leaders create a school environment where everyone contributes toa cumulative purposeful and positive effect on student learning. -We commit to Personnel and Professional Development: The district has highly qualified personnel who continually acquire and use skills, knowledge, attitudes and beliefs necessary to create a culture with high levels of learning for all. -We commit to School/Community Relations: The district staff maintains purposeful, active, and positive relationships with families of its students and with the community in which it operates to support. -We commit to Data & Information Management: The district has a system for managing data and information in order to inform decisions to improve student achievement.