Shrewsbury
High School
Mission Statement and Expectations for Student Learning
The Shrewsbury High School community provides challenging, diverse learning opportunities;
promotes creativity and independent thinking; and empowers students to become capable,
caring, active contributors to the world in which they live.
Students at Shrewsbury High School will:
Fulfill individual academic potential.
Develop critical and creative thinking skills to solve real world problems.
Demonstrate an understanding of our American heritage.
Develop mathematical, scientific, and economic literacy.
Develop competency in the use of information and technology.
Formulate and express opinions supported by facts and data in effective presentations.
Demonstrate effective reading, speaking, writing, and listening skills.
Participate in collaborative and cooperative learning.
Demonstrate self-discipline and personal responsibility for learning.
Explore the fine and applied arts.
Develop and maintain positive health and fitness habits.
Demonstrate a respect for individual abilities, diverse cultures, and world languages.
Pursue areas of involvement to fulfill individual potential.
