Vision:

“Working to meet the needs of students.”

Mission Statement:

“Maximizing the learning of every student.”

Value Statements:

• LIFELONG LEARNING -- the love and skills of learning;
• CARING -- concern and understanding of others; being empathetic;
• RESPECT -- treat others with esteem and be worthy of esteem;
• DIFFERENCE -- respect differences
• RESPONSIBILITY -- dependable and accountable;
• HARDWORK -- never giving up on yourself or others;
• DEDICATION -- committed to excellence;
• DETERMINATION -- resolute and focussed to do well;
• COOPERATION -- willing to work together to accomplish common goals;
• TRUST -- to be able to rely and believe in and to be relied and believed;
• EMPATHY -- to understand what another is feeling and/or thinking;
• CREATIVITY -- curiosity, openness, and innovation, and
• OPENNESS -- to encourage and accept different ideas and different ways of doing things

H.E. Bourgoin Middle School

• is committed to young adolescents
• has a shared vision
• has high expectations for all
• believes in an adult advocate for every student
• has family and community partnership
• has a positive school climate

Therefore, H.E. Bourgoin Middle School provides

• a curriculum that is challenging, integrative and exploratory
• varied teaching and learning approaches
• assessment and evaluation that promotes learning
• flexible organizational structures
• programs and policies that foster a healthy, safe and caring community
• comprehensive guidance, counselling and support services
• a strong moral and ethical foundation for students