Mission
Mat-Su Borough School District develops citizens for a global society by inspiring students to think, learn, achieve, and care.

Beliefs
We believe that...

• All students can learn.
• There are no limits to what students can learn.
• Higher expectations yield higher results.
• Students have a right to a safe learning environment.
• Family involvement enhances a student's education.
• Caring adults and community support are an integral part of public education.
• Highly qualified staff are essential to student success.
• The best interest of students drives decisions.
• Better decisions are made when stakeholders participate in the process.
• Comprehensive education includes developing the whole child - intellectually, socially, emotionally, physically, and ethically.

Objectives (Aspirations)

• An increasing percentage of our students reading at or above grade level every year.
• An increasing percentage of our students, including all subgroups and academic levels, demonstrating continuous academic growth.
• An increasing percentage of our students achieving their grade level expectations based on standards-based assessments (SBA) every year.
• An increasing percentage of our students will graduate with a diploma every year.

Strategies (Goals)

• We will develop and adopt initiatives that support a safe and healthy environment for students and staff.
• Our schools will promote and welcome families and community members in the education of our youth.
• We will support student learning through "professional learning communities" that address curriculum, assessment, and instruction.