Mission and Vision

Vision Statement
The vision of Inver Grove Heights Community Schools is to create learning environments that provide for high student achievement so all learners are academically and socially prepared for life-long learning.

Vision and Mission statements approved by ISD 199 Board of Education on November 17, 2003.

Mission Statement
The mission of the Inver Grove Heights Community Schools is to provide a challenging education through which all learners achieve success in a diverse society. This will be accomplished through:

safe and caring environments;
a strong and stimulating curriculum;
high academic standards;
respect, honesty and accountability in all relationships;
effective and innovative teaching;
open communication and partnerships with families and community; and
facilities that support and enhance learning.

Belief Statements

We believe our schools exist to educate children, in cooperation with families, to become responsible productive citizens and life-long learners.
We believe all learners should have the opportunity to reach their maximum potential in a safe, caring, and respectful environment where fun is a part of learning.
We believe a challenging comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes basic skills will ensure the highest quality education for every child.
We believe positive open communication and a trusting partnership of families, community and schools are keys to building and maintaining a strong learning community.

Developed by citizens of Inver Grove Heights and approved by the School Board on August 6, 2001.