Welcome to Fox Lake Grade School District 114

Our Vision:

Excellence in education, community, and self for success in tomorrow’s opportunities.

Our Mission:

Maximize and foster learning and growth for all through continuous improvement.

Beliefs

We believe that student learning and growth are maximized when:

• The best interest of the child is at the heart of our decisions
• The district forges a strong partnership with the community through communication and collaboration
• Staff engage in a results-driven, integrated professional development process
• Available resources are utilized effectively and efficiently
• An inviting, safe and family-like atmosphere is provided

Formula for Success (SMaC- specific, methodical and consistent)

• Support each child’s academic and social-emotional growth
• Recruit, select, develop and retain only the most effective, professional and motivated staff
• Emphasize early literacy opportunities and interventionsfor all children
• Cultivate an inviting, safe and family-like atmosphere
• Maximize available resources through ethical, transparent and strategic fiscal management
• Provide an ongoing research-based professional development program
• Maintain reasonable class size