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![]() We at Monte Vista believe that the education and academic excellence of our youth is a shared responsibility involving family, students, school staff and community. All young people should be offered opportunities for learning that will stimulate them to develop intellectually, physically, ethically, and aesthetically to the limits of their potential, thereby fostering a lifelong enthusiasm for learning. [ GOALS ] It is the intent of Monte Vista High School, within existing resources and limitations, to: 1. Promote a lifelong enthusiasm for learning. 2. Provide instruction in all subject areas that strengthens and improves basic skills in reading, written and oral communication, mathematics, and critical thinking. 3. Provide high-quality college preparatory programs including AP and Honors courses. 4. Provide a broad program of vocational and technical training. 5. Provide instruction, courses, and activities that promote current and future physical and mental health. 6. Provide effective communication in order to share the responsibility of education with family, students, school and community. 7. Provide opportunities for students to understand the personal responsibilities of a contributing citizen and to develop respect for self and community. 8. Provide a variety of creative activities which promote an understanding of aesthetic values 9. Provide and enforce a consistent discipline policy in the classrooms and on campus. 10. Provide a sequential career education program beginning in the 9th grade, which includes teacher, student, counselor, and community resources. 11. Provide current, accurate and appropriate counseling and guidance services for all students including career education, personal assessment, growth potential, and positive self-image. 12. Provide direction and a school environment which promote respect for students, teachers and parents for the rights of persons and property. 13. Promote sportsmanship in all school activities. 14. Make every effort to reduce class sizes from current levels. |
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