BLACKSTONE-MILLVILLE REGIONAL
MISSION STATEMENT

The goal of the Blackstone-Millville Regional High School is to establish an environment where students can attain communication, organizational, and social skills that will enable them to become life-long learners. Students are encouraged to develop new ideas, to make responsible decisions, to recognize themselves as productive members of society, and to function efficiently in the world. In addition, as responsible citizens, students are expected not only to respect themselves and others, but also to appreciate the diversity in an ever-changing world.

EXPECTATIONS FOR STUDENT LEARNING

Students will:
1. communicate using a variety of mediums.
• speak effectively in a variety of circumstances.
• write for different purposes and audiences.
• listen actively and critically.
• read fiction, non-fiction, and technical texts.
• use technology to communicate ideas.
• use appropriate mathematical notations and/or language to communicate concepts.
• read, write, speak, and understand at least one language other than their native one.

2. solve problems by researching, organizing, and synthesizing information.
• design and carry out experiments/projects and collect and analyze data to formulate conclusions.
• identify and design techniques for solving problems.
• interpret and create tables, models, diagrams, and graphs.
• use both the knowledge of language and culture to approach problems.

3. understand and demonstrate how to make healthy choices.
• set goals and make healthy life decisions.
• explain the relationship between healthy behavior and the prevention of injury, illness, and disease.
• understand their role and responsibility in maintaining a healthy environment.

4. work cooperatively with others.
• work actively and cooperatively with others to achieve a common goal.
• acquire and exhibit the interpersonal skills necessary for healthy, productive relationships.
• demonstrate tolerance and acceptance of individual and group differences.

5. evaluate and manage progress towards goals.
• assess personal progress/work.
• set priorities to achieve goals.
• design and execute a project that fulfills a stated purpose.
• develop and implement an educational plan that meets personal needs and career goals.

6. examine the ever-changing employment market through career exploration.
• explore essential skills needed in the shifting job market.
• acquire skills needed to adapt to various career fields.
• access the employment market through vocational exploration.

7. participate in community service activities.
• contribute positively to the school.
• contribute positively to community and society at large.