Montecito Union School, recognized as a California Distinguished School, is a one-school district serving the community of Montecito with grades kindergarten through sixth grade. The district is comprised of a middle to upper socio-economic population and has a current enrollment of 420 students. It is governed by a five-member Board of Trustees and is administered by a Superintendent, a Chief Academic Officer and a Dean of Students. * Our Mission is to challenge the hearts and the minds of students and to provide them with an educational experience that serves as a roadmap for future success in an ever-changing society. We will accomplish this as a partnership of children, parents, school staff, and community, working together to ensure that each student: * Experiences success through a dynamic and balanced curriculum * Takes responsibility for meeting high academic and social standards * Becomes a responsible, respectful citizen who contributes to society * Develops a sense of pride in his/her accomplishments * Values the life-long process of learningThe Mission Statement is supported by certain core beliefs held by all members of: * The educational community: * The child is our most important resource * Education is a collaborative process involving child, parent, school and local community * Teaching methodologies must be appropriate for the curriculum and address the differences in individual learning styles and abilities * Assessment is a critical part of the educational processMission Statement
Our Mission is to challenge the hearts and the minds of students and to provide them with an educational experience that serves as a roadmap for future success in an ever-changing society.
