1. We believe curriculum and instructional strategies must offer opportunities for successful learning.
2. We believe we must frequently assess and evaluate student performance and program effectiveness in order to assure continuous growth.
3. We believe a respectful, secure and motivating environment promotes successful learning.
4. We believe parents and the community deserve frequent, consistent and open communication with Mounds View Public Schools.
5. We believe community-wide awareness and support of our schools will lead toward a stronger advocacy of our educational goals.
6. We believe strong partnerships between teachers, parents and the community promote successful learning.
7. We believe teamwork, a shared decision-making process and collaborative leadership are essential for school improvement and for students to achieve at high levels.
8. We believe expectations strongly influence accomplishments.
9. We believe change creates opportunities for growth.
10. We believe diversity strengthens Mounds View Public Schools.
11. We believe students deserve highly skilled, well-trained and dedicated teachers.
12. We believe all staff members must be responsible for their individual development and contribute to the overall development of Mounds View Public Schools.
13. We believe all students share a responsibility for their learning.