Mission Statement

Preparing Students Today for Tomorrow

Educational Objectives

The Clarion-Goldfield-Dows School District will know it is accomplishing its mission when all of its students are self-directed learners who maintain high standards of performance and production in the following areas:

1. Academics--The students will demonstrate proficiency in reading, language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and technology.

2. Communications--The students will be able to listen, process their thoughts and convey their message through a variety of methods.

3. Problem Solving/Goal Setting--The students will be creative and critical thinkers whodemonstrate an ability to research and use information; set, prioritize, and act on decisive goals both independently and in a group.

4. World of Work/Advanced Training--The students will have the knowledge, skills and educational resources needed to pursue a career and/or continue with higher education.

5. Citizenship--The students will possess the life skills of trustworthiness, respect, caring, andfairness that will help them to be responsible, contributing members of family, community, and society.

6. Personal and Family Wellness--The students will have the knowledge to care for their social, emotional, mental and physical well-being and those for whom they are responsible. This will include knowledge of parenting and practical living skills.

7. The Arts--The students will have an appreciation of literature, music, theatre and art through participation and/or study.

8. Global--Students will have an awareness and appreciation of a multi-cultural society in an ever-changing world.