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Vision, Mission, Core Values & Beliefs

 

THE EDUCATIONAL VISION & MISSION OF SAU #40

  

VISION

The Milford School District will be an inspiring community where deep learning and strong relationships empower ALL students to become designers of their own story. 

 

 MISSION

The Milford School District nurtures all learners to be designers of their own stories by supporting: 

  • relevant and engaging learning experiences
  • diverse perspectives that find common ground for the greater good through ongoing engagement
  • meaningful opportunities for student voice and choice
  • caring, supportive, and collaborative relationships in and across communities
  • well maintained facilities and infrastructure to enable and support student achievement, fiscal efficiency and cost-effective delivery of programs and services
  • fostering innovation to ensure continuous improvement and excellence in our schools, district, and community

 

 

MILFORD HIGH SCHOOL & ATC

STATEMENT OF CORE VALUES AND BELIEFS

 

Milford High School is a community of diverse students, faculty, staff, administrators, parents, and local citizens who foster a safe, respectful culture in a supportive environment that promotes equal opportunity for high-quality education. 

 

We believe well-educated citizens are prepared to contribute responsibly in their civic, social, and career endeavors.  Our school community works collaboratively to provide a rigorous and varied curriculum and to engage all students in authentic experiences, which motivate them to achieve their potential. 

 

Thus prepared, students go forth as well-informed, critical thinkers who pace with the advancements of the 21st century and contribute positively in a dynamic and competitive world.

 

NEASC logo Milford High School is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc., a non-governmental, nationally recognized organization whose affiliated institutions include elementary schools through collegiate institutions offering post graduate instruction

PORTRAIT OF A GRADUATE

 

Critical Thinkers & Problem Solvers

Milford School District Students will graduate able to collect and analyze information using effective reasoning skills to produce sound judgements. They will identify and solve real problems, ask essential questions, and demonstrate the ability to reflect critically on learning experiences, processes, and solutions. Students will consistently improve the quality of their own thoughts by skillfully analyzing, assessing, and reconstructing them.

 

Creators & Innovators 

Students will use multiple methods and resources to develop and refine ideas, demonstrating originality and inventiveness in their work; understand limits, and viewing failure as an opportunity to learn. They will act on creative ideas to make tangible and useful contributions to the field(s) in which the innovations will occur.

 

Flexible, Adaptable & Resilient Learners

Students demonstrate agility in thoughts and actions, and will persist in overcoming barriers despite criticism and setbacks. They will recognize and navigate diverse views to reach goals, particularly in multicultural environments.

 

Personally Responsible Individuals

Students will demonstrate personal integrity, honesty, and ethical behavior; acting responsibly in the best interests of themselves, their family, and the larger community.

 

Globally Aware Citizens

Students will learn from and work collaboratively with all individuals representing diverse cultures, perspectives, and languages; participating meaningfully in civic life through demonstrating multifaceted community engagement at many levels by thinking globally and acting locally. Through these experiences they will demonstrate kindness, compassion, and understanding of others’ perspectives, feelings, and needs.

 

Effective Communicators

Students will be able to articulate thoughts and ideas effectively using oral, written, and nonverbal communication skills in a variety of forms and contexts. They will be able to listen and communicate effectively, using a range of skills for a variety of purposes across diverse environments.