West Scranton High School

Philosophy

 

 

The philosohy of West Scranton High School can be summarized in two parts

Mission Statement | Our Beliefs

 

 

 

Mission Statement
     West, a comprehensive neighborhood school, is comprised of a close-knit group of students, parents, teachers, support staff, administrators and community members. Our mission is to provide a safe, equitable and motivating enviornment for all students. By offering a dynamic and evolving curriculum, we encourage an appreciation of education, a respect for individual differences and a realization of one's own potential. Our students will graduate with life long learning skills and the intellectual competency to take their place in an ever changing technological society.

Our Beliefs

 

 

 

 

 

OurBeliefs


1. Education is the shared responsibility of the entire school community.
2. Diversity needs to be recognized, encouraged and celebrated.
3. Students learn at different rates and in different ways.
4. Critical thinking and life long learning skills are keys to success in a     global society.
5. Excellence is attainable.
6. Participation in extra-curricular activities enhances student     development.
7. Learning should be appropriately challenging and transferable to real     life situations.
8. Respect is mutual responsibility.
9. Strong public schools are the foundation of our society.

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