Vision
Bettendorf Community School District will link learning to life with passion, purpose and pride so that all students can make a positive difference.
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Mission
Educational excellence is the foundation of the Bettendorf Community School District. Working in partnership with the family and community, we will instill and nurture in all students the knowledge, skills, creativity, and confidence to pursue their dreams and to succeed in a global society.
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We Believe:
l Excellence in student learning, our measure of accountability, is the hallmark of our school district.
l High expectations for students, staff, parents, and community lead to excellence.
l Although not all students learn at the same time or in the same manner, all students can and shall learn.
l Family and community support are critical to student success.
l To best meet the needs of our students, staff should be motivators, innovators and professional role models.
l Student learning occurs best in a safe, nurturing, respectful, and positive environment, which is supported by quality facilities and resources.
l Basic academic skills are the foundation for successful lifelong learning.
l Rigorous and relevant learning experiences challenge our students to think and solve problems creatively.
l A quality school district embraces diversity and promotes mutual respect.
l A quality school district seeks continuous improvement.
l A quality school district is responsive and accountable.
l Visionary leadership to achieve the goals of our school district is a responsibility shared by staff, students, parents, and community.
Updated March 2010
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