The document outlines the vision for Billings Public Schools. It aims to create a culture of enthusiasm for learning for all students through empowered teachers and developmentally appropriate learning environments. It also seeks to provide technological systems and infrastructure to support student achievement and meet the needs of at-risk students. The vision is for students to become successful, responsible citizens through embracing high standards, data-driven accountability, and community partnerships.

1. OUR VISION
A statement of goals/aspirations for all Billings Public Schools,
and for the children, families and community we serve.
OUR PEOPLE OUR SYSTEMS OUR STANDARDS
✦We have a school culture that ✦We stay student-focused and ✦We provide developmentally
generates enthusiasm for learning for increase learning by keeping classes appropriate learning environments
all students. within state accreditation standards. for all students, including:
✦We have students who value ✦We meet the needs of at-risk • Interdisciplinary Teaming
learning, appreciate cultural students with relationships and • Exploratory Programming
differences, and strive for excellence programs that promote individual • Activities and Clubs
through dedication. success when they need it and where • Career Pathways
✦We support K-6 Neighborhood they need it. • Post-Secondary Academics
Schools so children can walk and ✦We provide technological systems • Accelerated Learning
bike, and families can connect with that deliver learning and promote ✦We set the highest standards and
nearby schools. achievement. expectations for student learning.
✦We have empowered teachers and ✦We invest in our infrastructure so ✦We embrace data-driven
staff who meet the needs of that buildings are maintained, located accountability systems that yield
students through innovation and appropriately, and able to promote continuous improvement and
individualization. student learning. community awareness.
✦We provide numerous points of ✦We foster growth and understanding ✦We graduate successful, responsible,
communication (classroom, building with small learning environments. contributing citizens.
and district) so families and our
community can be involved with
learning, partner in achievement, and
transparently understand decisions.
✦We reach out to the community
through partnerships to promote
excellent academic and extra-
curricular opportunity for our
students.
✦We invest in our teachers and staff
with state-of-the art technology and
professional development to ensure
successful 21st Century Learners.
✦We have teachers, staff,
administrators, board members and 415 N. 30TH, BILLINGS, MT 59101 • 406-281-5000
students who practice accountability
for excellence in learning. WWW.BILLINGSSCHOOLS.ORG