Vision and Mission Statements

Vision Statement

Upland High School envisions the success of all students. We strive to provide a safe, secure and disciplined environment. Students will read with comprehension, write clearly, and compute accurately. They will think, reason and use information to solve problems and to explore new challenges. These efforts will prepare all students to become successful lifelong learners and participants in the global, multicultural society of the 21st century.

Mission Statement

In partnership with the students, parents, and the community, our school will provide an environment that promotes the intellectual, social, emotional and physical development of all students.

Optimum Learning Expectations (OLEs)

The Upland High School graduate will be:

A Responsible Citizen

Demonstrates respect for self and others
Is involved in school and community
Appreciates individual differences and accepts others
Understand and participates in the democratic process
Respect the environment

A Skillful Communicator

Speaks effectively
Listens actively
Writes competently
Reads with comprehension
Uses a variety of media

A Problem Solver

Gathers, assesses and organizes information
Transfers and applies learning
Analyzes and synthesizes knowledge
Evaluates and draws conclusions