MISSION STATEMENT
The mission of the New
Castle Area School District is to create a safe and respectful learning
environment, fostered by collaborative community partnerships, where all
students will develop necessary skills both academically and socially that will
prepare future-ready life-long learners who will become productive citizens and
resilient leaders in a global society.
VISION STATEMENT
The vision of the New Castle Area School District is to provide a safe, respectful learning community for students that embraces diversity, promotes a high-quality academic program, and supports the development of the "whole child." Through use of research-based best practices, state-of-the-art resources, and relevant curricula designed to meet individual needs, the learning environment will enable students to maximize their academic potential while preparing them to be future-ready learners and resilient leaders in a global society.
SHARED VALUES
We Believe That:
- All
students have the potential to learn and deserve the opportunity to
receive a high quality education that challenges them to think deeply and
critically.
- Learning
is a life-long journey supported through "whole child"
development both at home and school.
- Social
and emotional learning will help students and staff manage emotions, set
positive goals, and build meaningful relationships through empathy and
understanding.
- Educational
excellence is achieved through the collaborative efforts of students,
family, school, and community.
- Academically,
socially, and athletically we empower students to explore their talents
and creatively shape their own future.
- Students
must be respectful, responsible and resilient life-long learners in order
to be productive citizens.
- Career
readiness, awareness and exploration is essential for students of all ages
to better prepare them to be productive citizens in this global society.
- Technology is a vital tool that can transform and
personalize teaching and learning experiences for all students at all
levels prek-12.