Richmond School District

The Richmond School District is dedicated to providing opportunities for all students to develop the attitudes, skills and knowledge which will enable them to enjoy a productive and satisfying life and to be positive, responsible participants in their democratic society and the global community. As trustees, administrators, teachers and support personnel within the school system they share this mission with the students, parents and community whom they serve. It is teachers and administrators who create opportunities for and provide assistance to students, and it is their knowledge, skill, energy, creativity and compassion which support and nurture their young people in the process of education. Their success, however, is dependent upon the existence of a common vision which results in collaborative action on the part of all concerned. The following beliefs are central to that vision.