MISSION

The Doherty High School Community

will empower students to achieve their

academic, social and civic potential.

                                                                                                                       Adopted August 2001

VISION

WE ENVISION THAT GRADUATES OF THOMAS B. DOHERTY HIGH SCHOOL WILL BE:

ACADEMIC

• Lifelong learners who are intrinsically motivated and who accept responsibility for learning.
• Effective communicators (reading, writing, speaking and listening).
• Literate in mathematics, science and technology.
• Able to manage time and set realistic goals.
• Capable of abstract reasoning.
• Competent to live, work, communicate and participate in a diverse, global society.
• Physically healthy.
• Appreciative of the arts and humanities.

CIVIC

• Responsible, informed citizens.
• Committed to participating in and contributing in society.
• Citizens who understand the importance of registering and voting.
• Proud of our shared heritage and accomplishments.
• Aware and respectful of other cultures.
• Able to provide proactive leadership in addressing change.
• Able to accept authority, while possessing strong convictions and a sense of justice.
• Committed to serving others.

SOCIAL

• Able to make sound decisions and to understand and accept consequences.
• Able to resolve conflict, seek compromise and manage emotions.
• Resilient and adaptable.
• Honest, responsible, and ethical.
• Self disciplined.
• Confident and possessing positive self-worth.
• Able to accept challenges.

March 2002