Our Vision

Lakeland School Corporation will be a “destination corporation” for students, staff, and other educational entities!

• Students

  • Lakeland will provide a safe supportive environment for students to grow in.

  • Lakeland will provide opportunities and collaborations that encourage connection to our school and community.

• Staff

  • Lakeland will provide an environment that encourages growth by furnishing the opportunities and tools to successfully educate our students.

  • Lakeland will be a place people want to work!

• Other educational entities

  • Lakeland will be anchored in best practices.

  • Lakeland will be a place that other schools want to emulate; programs and methods that are ahead of the curve!

Our Mission

Educating and preparing ALL students for career & life success!

Our Beliefs

We believe that all people are important and should give input into the path we take.  Our environment will be safe and supportive to all with a focus on future success.

Objectives

• All Lakeland students will meet the standards set by the State of Indiana while pursuing personal goals and developing skills for responsible citizenship.

• All Lakeland students will demonstrate the following competencies: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving; Initiative and Self-Direction; Communication; Collaboration; Personal Responsibility; and Metacognition/Learning How to Learn.

Parameters / Non-negotiables

• We will engage in work that directly supports our K-12 education and the mission and vision that drive it.

• We will stay true to our educational philosophy and practice and will not allow them to be compromised by external factors or forces.

• We will always expect the best of everyone.

• We will always honor the dignity of each person.

• We will responsibly administer all resources of the district.

Strategies

• We will foster the personal, academic, and career achievement of all students.

• We will provide a competent, caring staff capable of meeting our mission and objectives.

• We will work as a collaborative community to develop the character and personal attributes necessary in each student to realize their personal goals and potential.

• We will provide a motivating, supportive, and safe learning environment for all students.

• We will establish and maintain effective internal and external communication with stakeholders.

• We will develop and maintain strong partnerships with businesses and community members to enhance collaboration and maximize use of community support.

• We will enhance and align facilities to fulfill the mission of Lakeland School Corporation.

• We will create and maintain an exemplary image of Lakeland School Corporation both internally and externally.

Outcomes/Expectations

• Students will develop a career focus and personal goals to provide motivation and direction for learning experiences.

• Students will be able to think critically and creatively to solve authentic, real world problems.

• Students will be able to read, discuss, and respond with deep comprehension and the ability to reach informed opinions and learning.

• Students will be able to communicate effectively in verbal and written form.

• Students will be able to use mathematics to solve problems and analyze information.

• Students will develop a foundation and respect for education in establishing a mindset that learning is a continuous process throughout life.

• Students will learn to respect the beliefs and traditions of others and to be honest with themselves and others.

• Students will learn to understand and appreciate the rights and responsibilities that come with being a member of the community, State of Indiana, the United States, and the world.

• Students will learn how to manage their emotional, physical, psychological, spiritual, social, and environmental health successfully.