Empower all learners to:

Aspire to reach their highest potential
Explore their passions and interests
Discover their pathway to success
Connect with each other, the community, and the world

District 34 will be an inclusive, equitable school system that provides comprehensive, authentic learning experiences to develop the whole child.

All learners will:

• Build skills as critical and creative thinkers and communicators
• Show confidence, resilience and self-direction in pursuing their interests, tracking their progress, and sharing their learning and growth
• Be citizens of character who contribute to their community and embrace diversity and individual differences

All staff will:

• Commit to student academic growth and social-emotional well-being
• Value learner voice and choice and provide consistent instruction in a welcoming, flexible, innovative, and motivational environment
• Pursue professional learning, collaboration and collective inquiry as learners themselves

All families and the community will:

• Collaborate with the District to foster student academic growth and social-emotional well-being
• Partner with the District to provide authentic, extended learning experiences
• Demonstrate pride in and understanding of the District’s work, successes, opportunities, and needs

Growth & Aspirations: We are forward-focused on the academic and social-emotional growth of students and the professional growth of staff, and on creating the best future for our community.

Diversity, Inclusion & Equity: We embrace and welcome the differences of each member of our community and provide equitable resources to meet the needs of all learners.

Relationships & Respect: We build collaborative, respectful relationships through trust, open communication, and shared responsibility and accountability.

Stewardship: We are diligent stewards of our resources.

Student Success & Well-Being: Provide a comprehensive education that supports deep learning and social-emotional growth.

Educator Growth & Support: Attract, retain, and support quality, collaborative staff who demonstrate content expertise and provide consistent, impactful instruction. 

Parent & Community Partnerships: Build strong partnerships with families and the community to create a system of care, support, and extended learning opportunities for students. 

Resource Stewardship: Demonstrate effective and responsible use of resources.