The Oley Valley School District, in partnership with its community, is committed to excellence in providing an active learning environment where all participants, consistent with their interests and abilities, can acquire the lifelong skills necessary to succeed in an ever-changing society. All students can learn. An important purpose of education is to instill a lifelong desire to learn. Positive attitudes produce positive results.
High expectations foster greater student achievement.
Students learn best in a trusting, caring, nurturing environment. Education shall encourage all students to aspire to their potential. Effective teaching provides a variety of active learning experiences. The acquisition of life skills and higher order thinking is essential to prepare the student for the challenges of adulthood. The cooperative efforts and expectations of the school, community, and family result in a better education.