Strafford R-VI School District
201 W. McCabe St.
Strafford, MO 65757
417-736-7000
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STRAFFORD R-VI SCHOOLS


Strafford R-VI Schools has been rated as “Accredited with Distinction” by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education since 1999.  This is the highest level of accreditation that the department awards to public schools in Missouri.  Small class sizes, technology access and dedicated staff members are advantages for the 1,100 plus student population.  The campus consists of preschool/daycare, elementary, middle, and high school facilities.

 

Mission Statement

Strafford R-VI School will develop the potential in every student by providing a learning environment conducive to developing mature, responsible individuals who contribute to our changing society.

 

Beliefs

The Strafford R-VI School District believes that ………..

 -       Every student is unique and capable of learning in different ways at different rates.

-       Every student should have caring, competent teachers.

-       Every student deserves a safe, healthy, and drug-free environment.

-       A diploma of graduation should represent a high level of competency.

-       Achievement should foster the development of healthy self-esteem.

-       The wise management of our physical and human resources is necessary.

-       Good communication among parents, school, and community is vital.

-       Parental involvement is vital to each student’s success.

-       We must pursue educational research to maintain relevant instructional practices.

 

Vision Statement

The Strafford community will graduate individuals with the skills to be productive, responsible citizens.  We will work together to create and maintain an atmosphere which supports high expectations of achievement and encourages each student to develop a personal vision early in life.  We will promote school and community-pride and support the pursuit of excellence in all endeavors.

 

 
Goals
1.  The Strafford R-VI School District will strive to decrease the dropout rate by increasing the graduation rate through student achievement.

2.  Over the next MSIP cycle period, students will maintain or improve stated mandated assessment scores to reflect Performance Standards.

3.  The Strafford R-VI School District will continue to maintain and review the condition of existing facilities and update the master plan to insure a positive and safe learning environment.

4.  The Strafford R-VI School District will enhance student achievement by implementing the use of proven technologies into the educational process and incoporating technology related skills and knowledge into the curriculum at all levels.

5.  In order to improve student achievement, the Strafford R-VI School District will prioritize funding so that well - qualified staff members are attracted and retained; and building level expenditures for students are maintained or increased.

6.  The Strafford R-VI District will increase student achievement and school pride with involvement in community, staff, and parents.

Community Information
Strafford, MO, population 1,845, is located in Missouri's Greene county, about 10.6 miles, east of Springfield on Interstate 44 and 149.5 miles southeast of Kansas City.

From 1990 to 2000 Strafford's population grew by about 58%.  It is estimated that in recent years Strafford's population has been growing at an annual rate of slightly more that 1.25%.