Mission Statement: The mission of Harrison County Schools is to achieve excellence in education, through partnership with home and community, so that each student becomes: ~ a life-long learner ~ a responsible citizen ~ a productive member of society. Core Beliefs: 1. All students can learn, perform at high levels, and succeed. 2. All students must have equal educational opportunities. 3. All students should graduate. 4. All students should become contributing, productive and responsible citizens. 5. Education is the shared responsibility of the school, family and community. 6. All schools should provide a positive, healthy, safe and drug-free environment. 7. Curriculum must be planned, relevant and rigorous. 8. All individuals should become life-long learners. 9. All individuals should demonstrate character, civility, integrity and sound stewardship. 10. Excellence is foremost in all that we do. Goals for 2007-2008 Goal 1: Increase student achievement in literacy and numeracy through an environment that supports 21st Century learning. Goal 2: Decrease achievement gap among all student subgroups in literacy and numeracy through an environment that supports 21st Century learning. Goal 3: Students and staff will have access to the most modern and advanced computer technologies, services, and applications. COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE  Harrison County schools offer rigorous curriculum choices that challenge the most able learners, a solid core curriculum for all students, vocational / technical options, and a variety of programs to help special needs students succeed. From their earliest years in school, students needs, interests, and abilities are identified, encouraged, and supported.