The mission of the Hillsborough City School District is to work in partnership with students, parents, and other community members to educate the whole child in a nurturing environment and to empower each student to become a contributing and responsible participant in our changing world. We seek to engage all students in rigorous and powerful learning to achieve the following Essential Outcomes:
With the support of the whole school community, students will work towards becoming…
People of good character who are…
· ethical, trustworthy, responsible, fair, and respectful
· empathetic, caring, kind, and positively intentioned
· invested in making a positive impact on their family, community, and world
· self-reliant, self-directed, and demonstrate positive self-advocacy
Innovators and problem solvers who are…
· critical, innovative, and creative contributors
· collaborative, constructive, and dependable group members and leaders
· flexible, adaptable, and reflective
· risk takers who understand that failure is temporary
· resilient, perseverant, and show grit
Effective communicators who…
· listen to and think deeply about multiple perspectives
· are clear, persuasive, and can articulate complex ideas
· utilize a variety of communication modes, including writing
· speak with confidence
· ask questions to enhance their understanding
Global citizens who…
· embrace other cultures, communities, and people of all abilities
· have an understanding of other languages, religions, cultures, and lifestyles
· see themselves as part of an interconnected, interdependent world
Lifelong learners who…
· pursue and contribute to their passions
· have strong content knowledge that is broad, deep, and continues to grow
· demonstrate initiative, are organized, and plan ahead
· have follow-through, show diligence, and maintain focus
· are curious and pursue learning for its own sake
Effective users of information, media, and technology who…
· can access, analyze, and synthesize information
· distinguish between reliable and unreliable information
· can use technology to research, create, communicate, and express ideas
· demonstrate positive and appropriate digital citizenship