Policy 102
Educational Philosophy of the School District
The Elkhorn Public Schools, acting through its School Board, is dedicated to promoting an equal opportunity for a quality public education to its students within the limitations of the school district’s ability and willingness to furnish financial support. The curriculum of the district is based on state and local standards of student learning and is comprehensive, coordinated and sequential. All curriculum areas shall draw upon research, best practice and reputable theory to provide the foundation for an instructional program focused on achievement and providing for the diverse learning needs of all students. Curriculum and instruction help students develop content and skill mastery, analytical thinking, problem solving, work ethic, creativity and respect for diversity.
The priority at all times is student learning particularly as established by state and local educational standards. To this end the School Board shall periodically develop and adopt a district mission statement, governing principles and strategic policy statements to guide the dedication of district resources toward a constant improvement of student learning.
Legal Reference:
Neb. Statute 79-526 79-701
NDE Rule 10
Reference: District Strategic Plan, Adopted June 10, 2002
Cross Reference:
103 Equal Educational Opportunity
104 Educational and Operational Planning
205 School Board Policy Process
601 Goals and Objectives of Instructional Plan
603 Curriculum Development
Approved: February 14, 2005