The mission statement of the Orwell School Board is to stimulate educational curiosity; encourage enthusiasm for learning as a life-long process; enable individuals to become capable of making informed decisions; enable individuals to develop a sense of personal worth and accomplishment; recognize different rates and styles of learning; ensure respect of other points of view and acceptance of all individuals as unique and valued members of society; enable individuals to adjust in a rapidly technological world; encourage individuals to evaluate current social and environmental issues and to act to address those issues responsibly; and encourage open communication within the school and the community with the belief that community, staff, and students play an important role in developing and maintaining positive attitudes toward education.