Core Values and Beliefs
CORE VALUES AND BELIEFS
Northwestern Regional High School fosters academic and personal excellence in every student. In partnership with families and communities, we create a safe learning environment dedicated to developing the skills of lifelong learning. Our dynamic and challenging educational program prepares individuals to respect diversity and become responsible citizens in a rapidly evolving global environment.
WE VALUE ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
We believe in:
- high academic expectations
- commitment to lifelong learning
- innovative and independent thinking
WE VALUE THE PURSUIT OF PERSONAL EXCELLENCE IN ALL ASPECTS OF OUR LIVES
We believe in:
- acting responsibly with the interests of others in mind
- allowing student choice in the learning process
- giving students the opportunity to demonstrate their learning in a variety of ways
WE VALUE GLOBAL AWARENESS
We believe in:
- taking an active role in a global society
- demonstrating respect for diversity
WE VALUE PARTNERSHIP WITH FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES
We believe in:
- community involvement
- social responsibility
- open communication between the school and family
WE VALUE A SAFE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
We believe in:
- developing bonds between students and staff
- demonstrating respect for ourselves and other
- taking educational risks by challenging oneself
- providing students the opportunity to be heard
IN ADDITION TO ACQUIRING THE KNOWLEDGE EMBEDDED IN OUR SCHOOL’S RIGOROUS CURRICULUM, STUDENTS WILL:
ACADEMIC
- Demonstrate critical thinking in reading, writing, and problem-solving
- Demonstrate creativity, innovation, and adaptability
- Demonstrate effective communication skills
CIVIC
- Demonstrate an understanding of global awareness
SOCIAL
- Demonstrate effective interpersonal and collaborative skills
STUDENTS HONOR ACADEMIC & PERSONAL EXCELLENCE