VISION

Whittier City School District students are literate, responsible, caring citizens, who are academically and technologically prepared for the rigors of continued education and a changing world. Parents and community members are active partners in the learning process. District staff provides the tools, choices, skills, and structures to empower students in creating their personal visions for the future.

 

MISSION

Whittier City School District will provide a safe, caring, and nurturing environment that ensures high student achievement in all subject areas, with special focus on literacy, mathematics, and the use of technology, by a quality, supportive staff.

 

 

BELIEF STATEMENT

 

1) All students have the right to reach their full achievement potential.

2) Education is the shared responsibility of the individual, family, school, and community.

3) All individuals bring a wealth of personal and cultural experiences which deserve to be respected and possess inherent talent and abilities which merit recognition.

4) All individuals are entitled to feel safe and secure.

5) Decisions and practices should be based on honesty, fairness, and integrity.

6) A spirit of teamwork enhances the educational process.

7) Learning is an essential life-long process which enriches the quality of life.

8) Education should be an enjoyable journey.