The following Motto, Mission, Statement of Beliefs, Goals, Parameters, and Strategies, were adopted by the District Planning Committee as part of the five-year strategic planning process in April 2000. Following a rich tradition of community involvement, the mission of GISD is to empower students to become life-long learners and productive citizens in a dynamic, global society, by providing quality learning experiences that develop the knowledge, skills, abilities, and attitudes for continued success. The family, school, and community share the responsibility for the positive development of youth. Given opportunities, all individuals can reach their potential to learn. Every individual has a right to a safe, nurturing environment.
Individuals are responsible for their actions.
Working toward a vision promotes success. Every person is unique, has value, and deserves the opportunity to earn respect. Strategies Curriculum We will continually evaluate and refine our curriculum which enables students to become productive, life-long learners. Instruction We will develop and implement learning experiences that link curriculum with real world applications to meet the needs of each student. Internal Communications We will develop and implement a system-wide, internal communication process that assures timely, multidirectional information flow.