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** Mission Statement ** The mission of the International School of Monagas is to provide courses of study that challenge all students and encourage them to reach their social, physical and academic potential. Instruction will prepare students for a global society by focusing on career goals and incorporating appropriate technologies. The District will provide a safe environment that stresses tolerance towards diverse cultures, beliefs and lifestyles. Character education and civic responsibility will also be an important part of the curriculum. ** Vision Statement ** The vision of the International School of Monagas is to provide a safe environment for students to master, within their individual abilities, these minimum competencies: • Read with understanding and appreciation • Write in a way that clearly communicates their thoughts • Compute and solve mathematical problems • Understand the biological and physical worlds • Interpret historical events and understand political processes • Understand and appreciate the fine and practical arts • Participate in physical development, health and wellness activities • Find, evaluate and use information • Utilize current technology to function as computer literate citizens in the global community ** International School of Monagas Library Mission Statement  ** The mission of the International School of Monagas Library is to provide students and staff opportunities to become effective users of a variety of ideas and information to solve problems and to communicate. ** International School of Monagas Library Service Objectives  ** The International School of Monagas Library strives to accomplish the following Library Program Objectives: • Provide staff in the Libraries to implement an effective, district-wide library media program. • Provide Library resources and services for improving student learning through a collaborative process for planning, teaching, inquiry, reporting and assessment. • Ensure unhampered and equal access to Library resources and services for all District students and staff • Provide recent, reliable and relevant resources in a variety of formats and technologies to meet learners’ diverse needs. • Provide attractive library facilities to meet the needs of learners and teachers. • Promote literacy and the enjoyment of reading, viewing and listening. • Provide leadership and expertise in information and instructional technologies. • Participate in networks and consortia that enhance access to resources for students and staff.
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