We believe that, provided the opportunity, every student, with effort, can and will meet high standards of achievement.

The closely-knit community of Littleton High School is dedicated to maximizing the intellectual, social, physical, and emotional growth of all its students.  In our pursuit of educational excellence, we maintain a safe environment where all students feel valued, respect themselves, develop a caring and compassionate attitude, use their minds effectively in learning and decision-making, and understand and appreciate the diversity and interdependence of all people.  We believe that, provided the opportunity, every student, with effort, can and will meet high standards of achievement.  To that end, students, teachers, administrators, support personnel, parents, and the community work in partnership to help students to become life-long learners and self-reliant, responsible, productive citizens in a constantly changing world.

Expectations for Student Learning

Littleton High School graduate will:

I. Life-long Learning

A.     Read and listen for understanding and enjoyment
B.     Demonstrate the ability to formulate questions to achieve understanding
C.     Make a commitment to creating quality work and striving for excellence

II. Communication Skills

A.     Read, write, listen, speak, and utilize the arts as effective means of communication.
B.     Read, write and converse in at least one non-English language

III. Thinking and Reasoning

A.     Apply logical reasoning to problem solving
B.     Conduct research using a variety of information resources

IV. Interpersonal Skills

A.     Work effectively with others to set and achieve goals
B.     Learn to resolve conflict peacefully

V. Personal and Social Responsibility

A. Take responsibility for personal actions and act ethically (e.g. demonstrate honesty, fairness and integrity)
B.  Demonstrate an awareness of practices and resources that contribute to wellness
C.  Learn to appreciate difference and the interdependence of all people
D. Demonstrate an understanding of global issues.