The Belief Statements and Mission Statement were developed by an internal planning committee in
cooperation with all stakeholders. They were refined and approved by the Steering Committee and
approved by the Joint Operating Committee on October 19, 1995. Drafting of these statements took
place after reflection and discussion of the unique character and purposes of Admiral Peary Area
Vocational-Technical School.
We Believe:
- that each student has the right to learn the basic skills of a sound, useful occupation suited to
his/her aptitudes, needs, interests, and capacity to learn.
- that each student has the right to develop his/her background in a manner that will enable him/her
to later specialize and to do advanced work.
- that each student will develop efficient work habits and strive for excellence, no matter what the task.
- that each student will be aware of the worth and dignity of honest labor.
- that each student will be encouraged to develop an appreciation and understanding of the
socioeconomic contributions of various occupations to society.
- that each student deserves a program free from obsolescence and sufficiently adapted to new
methods and knowledge.
- that each student has the right to proper guidance, career and otherwise, at all levels.
- that each student needs to develop the ability to work cooperatively with others.
- that each student has the right to balance academic and technical programs through integration
and articulation.
- that all community members, recent graduates, general high school students, and adults will have
access to all programs.
- that reflective thinking, problem solving, and creativity will be emphasized in each student's work.
- that each student will be provided conditions which compare favorably with desirable conditions
in the occupations concerned.
- that each student will develop an understanding of the social importance of good habits,
interpersonal relations, and employer-employee relationships.
- that programs will promote emotional maturity, economic security, physical well-being, and safety.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Admiral Peary Area Vocational-Technical School is consistent with the mission and principles of the sending districts of which it is a part. If a characteristic sets it apart, it is the intrinsic
concept that the dignity of work, coupled with necessary skills, promotes attitudes fundamental to
democratic actions for the portion of the school and adult population it serves.
The concept of being a Technical Training Center, supplemental to the academic programs of the
sending school, will enlarge and enrich the schools and their environment. Included with the diversity
of program offerings will be a range of supporting services and continuity of educational opportunities
for adults. Thus, Vocational Technical Education, acting as a supplement to academic education, will
equip youth and adults to affect their goals toward socio-economic success.
The mission of Admiral Peary AVTS is to provide continuous quality education that emphasizes a
positive work ethic and attitude, teamwork, necessary career and technical skills, and prepares students
for success in an ever-changing work environment.