Building on a foundation of honesty, excellence, and strong community
involvement, Mountain Lakes High School promotes a supportive learning environment
where every student is challenged, inspired, and empowered to cultivate the intellectual
curiosity, skills, and knowledge needed to contribute as a responsible and productive
citizen of the global community.
BELIEF STATEMENTS OF MOUNTAIN LAKES HIGH SCHOOL:
At Mountain Lakes High School, we believe that every individual. . .
- possesses inherent worth.
- is entitled to a physically safe and emotionally supportive environment.
- deserves an individually appropriate, comprehensive, and challenging education.
- strives to think critically and creatively, as well as communicate effectively.
- recognizes that forward thinking requires the motivation to take risks and accept
- error as an integral and vital part of the learning process.
- assumes responsibility for oneself and for the welfare of others within the school
- community.
- appreciates the unique level of personal freedom afforded to all at MLHS.
- has opportunities for growth through a wide array of activities that complement and
- extend the curriculum.
- understands that self-esteem and personal achievement are interdependent.
- plays an important role in developing a compassionate, inquisitive, and challenging
- school environment.
- values, respects, and celebrates diversity.
- contributes to an environment of mutual respect.
- understands the importance of academic and personal integrity.
- helps to create a better community through volunteerism and service.