1.7 - Values

The purpose of public education in a democracy is to prepare people for the demands of work, the duties of citizenship, and the obligation of each individual to make as much of herself or himself as possible. For this to be accomplished, our youth must be taught the values inherent in a democratic society, such as devotion to human dignity and freedom, equal rights for all, social and economic justice, the rule of law, civility and honesty, respect for differences, and self-respect.

 

Academic standards and standards for behavior and demeanor are a part of education values. In the School, children will learn sportsmanship, fair play, sharing, and taking turns. They will be given the opportunity to lead and to follow and to respect the rights of the minority. These values will be taught from the content of the curriculum, by inference and example, and also in how we teach.