MISSION
EARCOS
inspires adult and student learning through its leadership and service
and fosters intercultural understanding, global citizenship and exceptional
educational practices within our learning community.
VISION
To support the EARCOS mission we will:
Develop collaborative educational partnerships within the region as
well as worldwide to foster greater access to expertise.
Provide targeted and differentiated professional development opportunities
for member communities.
Connect schools, communities, and individuals through the use of technology
to promote collaboration, communication, intercultural understanding,
and access to broader educational opportunities.
Engage adults and students in learning opportunities that develop leadership
diversity and capacity within our communities.
Engage
adults and students in learning activities across the region that will
promote friendship, understanding and global citizenship.
Conduct and communicate research and archive relevant data to identify
and enhance exceptional educational practices.
In accomplishing its mission and vision, EARCOS will play a prominent
leadership role throughout the global educational community.
CORE VALUES
EARCOS believes:
All individuals have intrinsic worth; their dignity and value are enhanced
when they are honored and nourished.
Diverse and inclusive communities nurture the well-being and growth
of individuals and organizations.
Learning is continuous and essential for individual growth and the advancement
of society.
Individuals and communities have the need and capacity to learn and
grow.
Individuals and communities are responsible for helping, supporting
and serving others.
Individuals and communities are responsible for stewardship of the natural
environment.
Individuals and communities are responsible for the choices they make.
Integrity, honesty and striving for excellence are essential to our
purpose.
GOALS
All member schools use EARCOS as their primary resource
for the professional
development of their learning community.
EARCOS activities positively impact intercultural understanding.
EARCOS Strategic Plan (May
2006)