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School District
History
The School
District was an out-growth of Charleston Union District, which
was created by special charter in 1867. In 1948, Charleston Union and 63
other school districts consolidated into Community Unit School District No.
1.
Mission
Based upon the belief that all students can
learn and with the understanding that students' capabilities may vary, it is
the mission of the
Charleston Community School District No. 1 to provide learning
environments that allow students the opportunity to maximize their learning
capabilities.
District
Education Philosophy
The School District
strives to provide each student with the opportunity to acquire the very
best education according to his or her needs and abilities. Upon leaving
the school system, each student should have an employable skill and/or an
adequate preparation for further training or education so that he or she
may become a responsible, productive citizen. The schools also attempt to
develop in each student an understanding of and appreciation for our
American heritage.
In accordance with these goals, boys
and girls are guided toward an understanding of and respect for the dignity
and worth of the individual, regardless of race, gender, creed, or economic
status. In addition, the schools attempt to foster interest and
participation in the study and solution of community problems. The schools
also attempt to foster interest in national and international problems.
The development of ideals and the
ability to think clearly, logically, and independently are essential to
life in a democratic society. The school district strives to use all
possible resources, especially those of the community, to meet these goals.
Each child is expected to develop
self-discipline based on respect for others. The schools assist in this
development by reinforcing and rewarding independent, responsible behavior.
The
school district also assists in this development by providing the necessary
guidance and direction to aid individual students as they become
responsible citizens in a democratic society.
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