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To ensure pathways of growth and achievement for all students through responsive adult actions

MASD Standards of Excellence

Our Standards of Excellence were developed over the course of a year by a team of staff with multiple iterations with input from all staff. For our staff is answers the questions, 

'Who are we and what are our values?"

Collaboration

  • We stay solution-focused
  • We work together on shared goals
  • We are flexible, resourceful, and support each other
  • We build on each other's strengths and thinking
  • We recognize others for doing things that helps us achieve goals

Communication

  • We communicate clearly and directly
  • We speak kindly, using words and actions that show respect
  • We communicate in multiple modes and languages and provide regular updates
  • We approach disagreements with open-mindedness and willingness to find common ground

Inclusive

  • We welcome everyone
  • We support each other, making sure no one is left out
  • We acknowledge our own biases and challenge our thinking
  • We learn from others' stories and cultures to guide our actions
  • Our decisions reflect the diversity of our community

Responsive

  • We stay open to adapting practices
  • We offer to help
  • We follow-up promptly
  • We communicate how we will respond and what others can expect
  • We focus on understanding
  • We make decisions by analyzing data and we respond to needs

Trustworthy

  • We own our actions, words, and their outcomes
  • We follow through
  • We maintain confidentiality by protecting personal information
  • We listen authentically and keep an open mind
  • We share honestly and respectfully even in discomfort

Mt. Angel School District Vision

In the Mt. Angel School District, we value academic access, prioritize responsive supports, and nurture resilient and independent thinkers who grow to know their own worth.