District Goals / Mission and Value Statements

Goal 1 – Improve Student Achievement

Goal 2 – Differentiate and Expand Resources and Services for Students

Goal 3 – Enhance Professional Growth

Goal 4 – Maintain Fiscal Responsibility

Goal 5 – Increase Parent and Community Involvement

Mission Statement

In a culture of high expectations and excellence, our students will become lifelong learners equipped with 21st Century skills for success as global citizens.

Vision Statement

The Hazelwood School District develops culturally-aware critical thinkers prepared to lead with 21st-century skills in an ever-evolving global society.

Value Statements

• High student achievement based on multiple measures as we prepare students to become global citizens.
• A diverse staff that is caring, culturally competent, well-trained, and highly effective in their roles.
• Holding ourselves accountable for a culture of excellence with high standards in both academics and behavior.
• Maintaining fiscal responsibility of the district’s assets and resources while utilizing best financial practices.
• A supportive learning environment that fosters healthy socio-emotional development for all students.
• Preparing students with global thinking and skills to make them productive in college, career, and life in the 21st century.
• Community involvement that drives high parental and community/stakeholder engagement, effective partnerships, and positive relationships with informative communication.