Statement of Goals

 

Based on the philosophy statement, the following goals have been established to guide the development of all school programs.

 

1.                            We will continue to offer a wide range of curriculum and extra curricular activities, and encourage program participation by students with varying interest and needs.

 

2.                            We will aid those students who pursue higher education by offering in our regular curriculum: advanced classes, dual enrollment in high school and college courses for qualified students, training workshops, ACT testing, vocation aptitude testing, college visitation days and career guidance.

 

3.                            We will aid those who are not planning to attend college by offering vocational guidance, and vocationally oriented courses.

 

4.                            We will continue to insure excellence in instruction by continuing to provide in-service training opportunities to keep abreast of current research in learning theory and practice, progressive curriculum development by faculty and students, follow-up studies in evaluation and rededication procedures, and training in techniques for individualization.

 

5.     We will provide appropriate educational opportunities for students who need special assistance.

 

5.                            We will provide opportunities and experience for students to learn how to use their leisure time well and to instill the desire for developing wholesome creative activities

 

6.                            We will teach the students, through their own participation in school activities, and principles of government, community association and will help them become constructive citizens of their communities, tribe, states, and nation.

 

7.                            We will encourage each student to maintain pride in his Indian heritage, culture, tradition and accomplishments while fostering respect for cultural diversity.

 

9.     We will help students to develop an appreciation of their own self-worth.

 

10. We will encourage students to practice effective work and study skills, to develop an attitude that learning is a continuous process throughout their life.

 

 

MISSION and PHILOSOPHY

         

Mission Statement

 

The mission of Many Farms High School, in partnership with parents and community, is to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in life, promote the appreciation of cultural diversity, and insure a safe and secure environment.

 

Philosophy Statement

 

In acknowledging the fact that our community is isolated and engulfs a unique culture, it is a major concern of our school to present to our students opportunities and responsibilities of the American way of life. It is essential that the faculty prepare the student body to relate successfully to an ever changing democratic society on and off the Navajo Reservation.

 

In accepting the fact that our students are active members of a unique community, residing in a boarding school setting during the academic year, it is the obligation of the school to educate the students to develop competency in communication and the encourage social interaction among the student population.

 

We further acknowledge the preparation for effective citizenship in our constantly changing world requires an understanding and a comprehension of science, natural recourses, and technology that demonstrate significant influence on traditional and modern life.

 

In establishing the education background needed in our cross cultural society, the school must provide students with knowledge, skills, and attitudes which meet a multi-cultural environment. All Native American students have the rights and responsibilities to choose their future and should not be denied the opportunity to practice their cultural values.

 

We further believe that the responsibility of the educational system should be to promote the development of the students’ intellectual, social, physical, and aesthetic potential.

 

The educational system should also provide the necessary guidance that allows each individual to make decisions with the understanding that the quality of life in America continues to be enriched and strengthened by the contribution of people of different values

 

The educational system is also responsible for providing equal social and educational opportunities for all students by offering a wide range of activities and special programs.

 

In overcoming obstacles in development caused by language, social and geographic isolation the school will provide educational programs that encourage lifetime learning, individual excellence and success despite differences in potential, interest, and needs.

 

It is our belief that development of these ideas will promote a progressive atmosphere for students, staff and community for achievement for common goals.