Mission

The mission of the Minnetonka School District is to ensure all students envision and pursue their highest aspirations while serving the greater good. In a community that transcends traditional definitions of excellence, we use learning and teaching as tools to value and nurture each person, inspire in everyone a passion to excel with confidence and hope, and instill expectations that stimulate extraordinary achievement in the classroom and in life.

Beliefs

We believe that:

• An educated populace is integral to a democratic society.
• Families have the primary responsibility to ensure the education of their children.
• All adults are responsible for the care and welfare of all children.
• All people deserve the opportunity to pursue their individual potential.
• A person’s attitude is the most significant determinant of success.
• Personal fulfillment comes from pursuing one’s passion.
• Each person has fundamental, intrinsic worth.
• The dignity of each person is sacred.
• All people need to love and be loved.
• All people have a right to live and work in a safe environment.
• The uniqueness of each individual enriches the community.
• All people have the right to express matters of conscience.
• Effective communication is essential to building relationships and strengthening mutual commitment to purpose.
• Integrity is essential to a meaningful relationship.

Vision

As a world-class organization dedicated to child-centered excellence, the Minnetonka School District will:

• Challenge and support all students in the pursuit of their highest levels of academic and personal achievement.
• Practice prudent and innovative management of public resources.
• Advocate for strong academic and strong co-curricular programs.
• Attract, develop, and support the highest quality teachers and other educational professionals.
• Demand the highest standards of professional excellence in every level of the organization.
• Create, pursue, and champion outstanding early childhood education opportunities so that all children enter kindergarten ready to learn and succeed.
• Tailor learning experiences to the needs of individual learners.
• Create positive, enjoyable learning environments.
• Foster the development of good character and social responsibility.
• Inspire students to understand and serve the greater good.
• Celebrate students and staff of all backgrounds, cultures, experiences and identities.
• Instill an abiding appreciation for the rights, privileges, and values of America’s system of government.
• Produce outstanding graduates who are ready to contribute and thrive in a wide array of future pursuits and engage in life-long learning.
• Earn and maintain broad-based community support.