Gadsden County High School: About The School

About The School

Mission Statement

Gadsden County High School will provide all students with a safe and nurturing environment. We will teach a curriculum that is rich and rigorous and respects diversity in students' learning styles. We have one guiding principle: Preparing students for college and/or careers. We strive for our students to prepare themselves to be self-sufficient adults.

Vision Statement

Motto

Restoring Academic Excellence and Pride

School Brand

Everyone Excelling Everyday (E³): Now the Hard Work Continues!!!

Core Values

1. High Achievement for ALL

2. Excellence in Teaching

3. Collaboration

4. Respect for Human Differences

5. Educational Equity

The Faculty and Staff of GCHS believe:

That we need to share one vision to be successful,
That learning increases when all stakeholders take an active role in the success of the school,
That student learning increases when everyone demonstrates a commitment to continual personal and professional learning,
That learning increases when a safe and ethical atmosphere is provided,
That student learning increases when teachers provide a creative learning environment with interesting and relevant activities,
That every child can learn, however may learn differently,
That students learn, when the needs of the "whole child" are met and when the teacher sets goals to encourage all students to achieve,
That student attitudes about learning are affected by the school climate and policies,
That student learning increases when teachers include continuous assessment to guide teaching and learning,
That student learning increases when students are involved in the assessment of their own work and progress,
That all parents have hopes and goals for their children, and
That learning increases when parents and families are the primary supporters and motivators of their children's education.

GCHS expectations for all students and staff: