Mission Statement:
The mission of the Clayton Ridge Community School District is to provide equal and quality educational opportunities for all students in preparation for their role in our changing democratic society, and changing world.

Belife Statement:
We believe that:
  -All people have infinite worth.
  -A quality education evolves from a partnership of students, staff, family, and community that is equal and active.
  -Seldom is anything ever accomplished without risk.
  -K-12 education is the foundation of the lifelong learning process.
  -The higher the expectation, the greater the achievement.
  -Growth occurs as a result of changes and challenges.
  -Each person is accountable for his or her actions.
  -The family is the primary influence in the development of the child.
  -Diversity enriches both the individual and society.

Vision Statement:
We believe that every learner has a right to expect:
  -A quality education by a professional staff within a safe learning environment that meets every learner's needs.
  -To utilize the best educational techniques while taught educational curriculum relevant to our ever changing surroundings and demands.
  -Support and encouragement from the community, instilling that education is a life long experience.
  -To be challenged to express himself/herself as an individuals while gaining a sense of responsibility and citizenship.

District Goals:
  -THe curriculum and instructional program will provide for the individual needs and learning styles of each student in order to achieve their learning potential.
  -The staff and teachers will be designed, and maintained, to provide students world-wide access to learning opportunities in preparation for the 21st century.
  -Parents and the community will work as partners with school personnel in the process of teaching our students personal and lifelong learning skills.
  -The school district will improve its educational effectiveness and economic efficiency by following sound financial principles, and by coorinating transportation and food service programs with the total educational program.
  -Implement strategies to improve communications at large, and neighboring school districts.