PRAIRIE SPIRIT SCHOOL DIVISION

BOARD GOVERNANCE POLICY MANUAL 

Policy# 1 - Foundation Statements

The following foundational statements guide the actions and activities of the Prairie Spirit School Division.

Mission

To provide quality education in a safe and respectful environment for all learners to create a bright global future.

Vision

"Empower all learners by adapting to the changing local and global community."

Belief Statement

In Prairie Spirit School Division we believe …

• Everyone has the right to learn in a safe and caring environment.

• Every learner has the right to be educated to the best of their ability/potential.

• Learning is a life-long process.

• Education is more than academics.

• Education is a global learning opportunity.

• Learning is everyone’s responsibility.

Shared Community Values

In Prairie Spirit School Division we value …

• Honesty

• Open honest communication

• Kindness

• Excellence

• Respect

• Individuality

• Responsibility

• Integrity

School Division Mottos

"Learning With Spirit."

"Celebrating success one child at a time."

School Division Goals and Objectives

The objectives of the Prairie Spirit School Division are as follows. These objectives are not necessarily in order of priority.

1. To develop in all students competency to the level of their ability in the skills related to the curricula, including technology skills, established by the Province and by the School Division. To provide, whenever possible, opportunities for students to develop their abilities in such areas as arts and recreation.  To foster actively in each student personal attributes, such as responsibility and respect, as essential requirements for social effectiveness.

2. To encourage positive change.  To provide opportunities for the acquisition of knowledge and skills required by students and staff.

3. To engage in positive, respectful communication, thereby involving all stakeholders in the decision-making process. 

4. To build strong relationships with all Division personnel.

5. To maximize resources by providing sound fiscal management.

6. To provide facilities and support services that are truly supportive of the educational program.

7. To subscribe to the principles of Sustainable Development in attempting to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.  The Division will consider the protection of our environment with regard to its procurement decisions.  It will, as well, encourage the awareness and understanding of environmental issues and topics within the existing K-12 curricula, whenever possible, in line with The Sustainable Development Act.

8. To provide direction for all sectors of the Division, by communicating clear expectations.

Land and Treaty Acknowledgement

Prairie Spirit School Division resides within Treaty 1 Territory, homeland of the Anishinaabeg (Ojibwe), the Dakota Oyate, Inninewuk (Cree), and the Red River Métis. We respect the Treaties that were signed by the Anishinaabeg, and are committed to strengthening our understanding through education, thus moving forward in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration with Indigenous communities.