North Country Union High School and the community will provide a secure educational environment in which all students develop critical thinking and problem solving skills, pursue academic and career excellence and become citizens who respect diversity, value lifelong learning and make healthy choices. 

Adopted September 8, 2009

North Country's Academic and Civil/Social Expectations

Academic Expectations:

1.  The North Country Union High School student comprehends, interprets, and   evaluates a wide range of written material.

2.  The North Country Union High School student writes in a clear, concise and organized manner for a wide range of purposes.

3.  The North Country Union High School student actively listens and responds appropriately to communication.

4.  The North Country Union High School student expresses him/herself creatively and effectively in a variety of forms.

5.  The North Country Union High School student uses technology to access, evaluate and appropriately use information.

6.  The North Country Union High School student applies abstract, creative and logical reasoning and uses effective strategies to solve problems.

Civic/Social Expectations:

1.  The North Country Union High School student understands and expresses how diversity in all its forms enriches human experiences.

2.  The North Country Union High School student demonstrates respect for self, others and the environments in which we live, work, learn and play.

3.  The North Country Union High School student sets career planning, academic, post-secondary, and health and wellness goals. 

Adopted September 8 ,2009

NCUHS Philosophy

North Country Union High School is responsible for serving the students of different cultural backgrounds from a geographically large district. In light of the varied student backgrounds, the faculty and the curriculum will endeavor to stimulate the intellectual, social, physical personal potentials of each student. The development of a positive self-image and firm educational background will be achieved through a broad exposure to various experiences of life with the direction and cooperation of a concerned faculty and supportive community.

The student is encouraged to develop a positive attitude toward him or herself and all students. In addition, the student is encouraged to assume the responsibility for his or her own success or failure. The student will also recognize the primary importance of maintaining respect for property and for the rights of others.

Ultimately, the faculty and administration will strive to improve the quality of life at the school and in the communities served by North Country Union High School.

Policy Against Discrimination

The North Country Union High School District No. 22 (the "District") provides equal educational and equal employment opportunities to its students and employees. No student or employee is denied access to, excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subjected to discrimination under any of the District's educational programs or activities as a result of or based on race, color, creed, national origin, age, sex or by reason of disability.


The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policy (Personnel Policy #18): Robert Davis, Dean of Students, North Country Union High School, Veterans Avenue, Newport, VT 05855 - (802) 334-7921, ext. 3052.