Mission Statement

It is the mission of Forest Ridge School District 142 to maximize the unlimited academic and behavioral potential of each student in a caring, but demanding, child-centered learning community.

Vision Statement

Our vision is to become a model learning community that prepares students for a competitive global perspective by providing advanced opportunities in:

Reading, Math, Science, Social Sciences, the Arts, Technology, Foreign Language, Physical Development and Health
Social Emotional Development

Belief Statements

The Forest Ridge School District 142 Board of Education believes that:

CHILDREN ALWAYS COME FIRST
All children have the potential to succeed, have the right to develop their full potential and are expected to learn both academic and behavioral skills
Student achievement should be our major focus and must be closely monitored
Students must be provided a safe and healthy learning environment
The school climate, though demanding of results, should be nurturing, fostering dignity, individuality and self-esteem
Enthusiasm stimulates learning, while expectations influence achievement and performance
Mutual respect and trust promote a positive school environment
All employees play important roles in the education of children and are deserving of respect and recognition for their efforts
Volunteers play an important role in enriching the opportunities for all students
Parental expectations and nurturing are vital to the full development of children
A strong partnership between the home, school and community is essential to enhance student learning
Educated and responsible citizens are essential to the health of our society
Excellence is worth the investment of human and financial resources
Schools must operate within the financial resources provided to them by the local taxpayers, the state and federal government