NCAHS PHILOSOPHY
The Norfolk County Agricultural High School believes agriculture and agribusiness
are essential to regional, national, and global economies. We
recognize that agricultural and environmental technologies are
vital to global survival. Therefore, it is our mission to offer
progressive agricultural education, a challenging academic curriculum,
and work experiences that prepare our students for continued
learning. We are committed to providing a quality educational
environment that recognizes diversity in student backgrounds,
individual learning styles, and varying abilities. It is the
responsibility of the school community to provide a positive
learning environment fostered through mutual respect and dignity.
NCAHS Goals
1. Develop student understanding and appreciation
for agriculture, natural resources, and the environment. Involve
students in environmental issues at the campus and community
levels and create an awareness of career opportunities in agriculture
and related fields.
2. Provide guidance to all students concerning their academic
and agricultural advancement as well as services to address
social and personal needs. Such services will recognize the
individual needs of all students.
3. Recognize students’ achievements in all areas, thereby
developing self-respect and pride by encouraging higher levels
of performance.
4. Provide diverse clubs and activities designed to positively
influence the students’ physical, social, and emotional
well being.
5. Provide a positive, safe and orderly environment that promotes
active learning and the development of strong communication
skills.
6. Provide positive and challenging work-based learning experiences
through strengthened relationships with business partners and
community employers.
7. Integrate academic and vocational curricula to maximize learning
by fostering collaboration and communication among and between
departments.
8. Develop and maintain funding sources, both public and private,
to provide the necessary resources used in educating students.
9. Encourage the Alumni Association to collect data from graduates
regarding their personal and professional successes.
10. Ensure the school philosophy is represented in all communications
to prospective and current students and their parents as well
as the community at large. School Council should develop a process
to review the school philosophy and goals annually.
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