- We believe a quality public education is the foundation of a democratic society and should be supported by every citizen.
- We believe that responsibility for successful student learning is a partnership shared by the students, parents and guardians, USD 305 staff and the larger community - local, state and national.
- We believe that open and honest communication among all stakeholders in an atmosphere of mutual respect is essential to the success of our mission.
- We believe that USD 305 must be committed to excellence, adhering in every phase of its organization to the highest standards of performance and ethics.
- We believe that attracting, developing and retaining quality staff is essential to the success of our district.
- We believe that USD 305 students and staff are deserving of a safe, healthy, and supportive environment in which input is valued and every person can make a positive difference.
- We believe that our district must provide effective, challenging, and creative instruction of the "whole child" through education in language arts, social sciences, mathematics, science, business, physical education, foreign languages, fine and practical arts, social-emotional skills, as well as extra-curricular activities.
- We believe in providing learning opportunities with expectations and instruction reflective of individual student needs and differences.
- We believe that enjoyable and enriching educational experiences will not only improve student achievement but will also stimulate a lifelong desire for and love of learning.
- We believe that, in our complex world, it is essential to develop critical thinking skills for evaluating information and determining actions.
- We believe public education must be adequately and equitably funded.