Vision:

Unified School District 309 Nickerson-South Hutchinson will be a leader in providing educational programs and experiences, training and knowledge with 21st Century tools and skills for students to excel in the global environment.  Staff will be dedicated to providing opportunities for academic excellence in all subjects, building a firm foundation for life-long learning.

Through collaboration with the community and students, Unified School District 309 will provide a safe, supportive environment with educational opportunities empowering every student to become a self-assured, responsible, and economically productive citizen.  The district exists to serve the unique academic, physical, social and emotional needs of the students.

Students and staff will create a community of empowered learners in an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust.  Students will be inspired and challenged to learn, grow, and accomplish academic, social, and vocational goals.

All Unified School District 309 staff shall be committed to the students, each other, and the education profession as one team to achieve excellence in learning and teaching.  Students, parents, the school board, and the community shall be members of the team to create an outstanding student centered learning environment, which supports experiences in curricular and extra-curricular activities for all children.