OUR VISIONA statement of goals/aspirations for all Billings Public Schools,and for the children, families and community we serve.

OUR PEOPLE

✦We have a school culture that generates enthusiasm for learning for all students.

✦We have students who value learning, appreciate cultural differences, and strive for excellence through dedication.

✦We support K-6 Neighborhood Schools so children can walk and bike, and families can connect with nearby schools.

✦We have empowered teachers and staff who meet the needs of students through innovation and individualization.

✦We provide numerous points of communication (classroom, building and district) so families and our community can be involved with learning, partner in achievement, and transparently understand decisions.

✦We reach out to the community through partnerships to promote excellent academic and extra-curricular opportunity for our students.

✦We invest in our teachers and staff with state-of-the art technology and professional development to ensure successful 21st Century Learners.

✦We have teachers, staff, administrators, board members and students who practice accountability for excellence in learning.

OUR SYSTEMS

✦We stay student-focused and increase learning by keeping classes within state accreditation standards.

✦We meet the needs of at-risk students with relationships and programs that promote individual success when they need it and where they need it.

✦We provide technological systemsthat deliver learning and promote achievement.

✦We invest in our infrastructure so that buildings are maintained, located appropriately, and able to promote student learning.

✦We foster growth and understanding with small learning environments.

OUR STANDARDS

✦We provide developmentally appropriate learning environments for all students, including:

• Interdisciplinary Teaming• Exploratory Programming• Activities and Clubs• Career Pathways• Post-Secondary Academics• Accelerated Learning

✦We set the highest standards and expectations for student learning.

✦We embrace data-driven accountability systems that yield continuous improvement and community awareness.

✦We graduate successful, responsible, contributing citizens.

415 N. 30TH, BILLINGS, MT 59101 • 406-281-5000 WWW.BILLINGSSCHOOLS.ORG