Every Student,    Every Day, a Success

The school district of Seward -- where every student, every day is a success -- affirms that all students will have the skills to become productive and contributing members of a global community. In cooperation with family and community members, the district is committed to the development of each student academically, emotionally, socially, and physically.

1. We believe in embracing the value of diversity.

2. We believe in providing a physically and emotionally safe and healthy environment. 

3. We believe all students can learn when their unique needs are met.

4. We believe that together families, schools, and community can prepare students to develop life skills and achieve academic success.

5. We believe in developing the abilities of our staff to improve student learning and grow positive relationships. 

6. We believe in intentionally preparing students to be problem solvers and critical thinkers to meet the demands of global society.

1. Well-Being: Each student will receive needed support that ensures physical, mental, social, and emotional health in a secure and nurturing environment. 

2. Culture and Communication: Each student will be valued, known, safe, and supported by highly trained and caring staff members resulting in creased student growth. 

3. Instruction:  Each student, on a broad array of academic indicators that target their individual needs, will show continuous improvement and perform at the highest levels when compared to state and national performance. 

4. Community: Each student will aspire toward personal excellence and responsible citizenship with community and family support. 

1. We will make decisions in the best interests of the whole student providing the support needed to be successful academically, emotionally, physically, and socially.

2. We will provide a safe and secure learning environment. 

3. We will recruit, hire, retain, and professionally develop quality staff.

4. We will employ research-based instructional methodology. 

5. We will be responsible stewards of our resources.

6. We will have consistent processes and systems in place to guide data-informed decisions in the district.

7. We will have high expectations for all students.