Mission

Southwood High School will provide educational and extracurricular opportunities that foster lifelong learning and responsible citizenship for all students.

Statement of Beliefs

Core Beliefs:

·        The school’s priority is student learning.

·        Because all students can learn, teachers should provide a variety of instructional methods to accommodate multiple learning styles.

·        Students should be actively engaged in the learning process.

·        Mutual respect between students and faculty enhances students’ self-esteem.

·        A safe, comfortable environment supports student learning.

·        All stakeholders are responsible for achieving the mission of the school.

·        The school must be committed to continuous improvement in order to meet the

      students’ needs.

Vision Statements

The faculty and staff envision the school as:

• a work in progress that continues to expand and enhance programs to increase student achievement
• a place that values and promotes excellence in student learning
• an impetus that encourages life-long learning and civic responsibility
• a setting that exhibits a caring, nurturing environment
• a growth-oriented environment where high expectations are the norm
• an example of innovative, research-based teaching strategies that engage students in complex levels of problem-solving
• a facility where staff members grow professionally as they participate in professional development activities
• a conduit that expands the Mathematics, Science and Technology program to all core classes
• a technological resource that fosters creativity, collaboration, and higher-order thinking skills
• a source that offers online learning and dual-credit classes
• a community that nurtures respect and trust
• a melting pot that develops camaraderie among all stakeholders
• a student-centered environment that evidences safety, cleanliness, and order
• a learning center that strives for improvement.    

Theme: 

No One Rises To Low Expectations!