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Mission, Vision, Values, & Philosophy

 
The Mission and Values of our school are important driving factors for the success of our school.
 

Mission

At Mountain House High School, we aim to empower every student to achieve academic excellence, personal growth, and responsible citizenship. We fulfill this mission through our core commitments to Empower, Personalize, Innovate, and Collaborate — the Mustang Way.

Vision

At Mountain House High School, we aspire to be a nationally recognized leader in innovative, equitable, and inclusive education. We envision a future where every student graduates prepared for college, career, and life, equipped with the knowledge, skills, and character to thrive in a diverse and changing world.

Values: The Mustang Way

Our values guide how we teach, learn, and lead together. They represent what we expect from ourselves, our students, and our community partners and define Mountain House High School's culture.

Empower

  • Build resilience, perseverance, and adaptability in the face of challenges.
  • Take responsibility for actions, learn from mistakes, and grow through reflection.
  • Encourage self-motivation and the confidence to lead and follow with integrity.

Personalize

  • Recognize each student’s unique strengths, interests, and needs.
  • Provide opportunities for choice, voice, and authentic learning pathways.
  • Support social-emotional wellness alongside academic growth.

Innovate

  • Use critical thinking, creativity, and technology to solve real-world problems.
  • Encourage curiosity, inquiry, and adaptability in a rapidly changing world.
    Prepare students with skills for college, career, and global citizenship.


Collaborate

  • Communicate effectively and respectfully, honoring diverse perspectives.
  • Listen actively, accept feedback openly, and act thoughtfully.
  • Work with peers, staff, families, and community partners to achieve shared success.

Philosophy

We believe every student deserves a comprehensive education that develops their intellectual, physical, emotional, and social capacities. At Mountain House High School, programs and pathways are designed to provide equitable access to rigorous academics, career and technical opportunities, and wellness supports.

Upon graduation, our students are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and strength of character required to succeed in college, career, and life, and to make meaningful contributions to their communities and the world.