We believe our role as educators at RHAM High School is to provide all students with the foundation upon which to develop academic integrity, intellectual vitality, emotional maturity, personal wellness, cultural respect, global awareness and personal character. It is our goal that all students will develop into life-long learners who possess the essential core knowledge and the critical, creative, analytical and reflective skills necessary to think, listen, collaborate and communicate effectively. To achieve this, we are committed to working with the community to provide the curricular and co-curricular opportunities necessary to meet the academic, social, emotional, artistic, physical and vocational needs of our students. We are committed to providing instruction which will address differing ability levels, learning styles and interests, and which incorporates task appropriate tools. Additionally, we are committed to providing an intellectually, emotionally and physically safe and supportive learning environment for all students. Student Expectations The student will demonstrate: Academic • skills in reading and writing. • skills in speaking and listening. • skills in problem solving. • skills in logical thinking. • skills in creative expression. • skills in applying technology and information processing. Social • understanding of the importance of respect for self and others. • understanding of the importance of appropriate decisions. • understanding of the importance of personal wellness. Civic • understanding of cultural diversity. • understanding of civic rights and responsibilities.