Shortridge High School, An IB World School

MISSION: Shortridge High Schools mission is to challenge high-ability scholars from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds to become lifelong learners who develop personal and social awareness. Self-knowledge leads scholars to identify and pursue personal strengths. Awareness and understanding of ones own personal and local culture leads to an openness to and understanding of global cultures. As students identify and explore local and then global issues, they will be encouraged to take meaningful action. At SHS, the mission statement determines how we interact as a community and how we design strategic plans for the future. Along with our educational philosophy and core values, SHSs mission statement provides the context for our daily activities as well as the framework for our strategic direction. VISION: The Shortridge High faculty and staff share a common vision of education. Education is a powerful force that must be leveraged to create a safer, more...