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Matanuska-Susitna Borough School District

501 North Gulkana Street
907-746-9200

Mission
Mat-Su Borough School District develops citizens for a global society by inspiring students to think, learn, achieve, and care.

Beliefs
We believe that...

  • All students can learn.
  • There are no limits to what students can learn.
  • Higher expectations yield higher results.
  • Students have a right to a safe learning environment.
  • Family involvement enhances a student's education.
  • Caring adults and community support are an integral part of public education.
  • Highly qualified staff are essential to student success.
  • The best interest of students drives decisions.
  • Better decisions are made when stakeholders participate in the process.
  • Comprehensive education includes developing the whole child - intellectually, socially, emotionally, physically, and ethically.


Objectives (Aspirations)

  • An increasing percentage of our students reading at or above grade level every year.
  • An increasing percentage of our students, including all subgroups and academic levels, demonstrating continuous academic growth.
  • An increasing percentage of our students achieving their grade level expectations based on standards-based assessments (SBA) every year.
  • An increasing percentage of our students will graduate with a diploma every year.


Strategies (Goals)

  • We will develop and adopt initiatives that support a safe and healthy environment for students and staff.
  • Our schools will promote and welcome families and community members in the education of our youth.
  • We will support student learning through "professional learning communities" that address curriculum, assessment, and instruction.