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PHILOSOPHY
            The philosophy and aims of education in the FORDLAND R-III Schools are derived from the needs of our society, the needs of our community and the needs of the children.  Properly constructed, the philosophy of education is what gives the district direction and focus.  While some consider the writing of philosophy statements to be a waste of time and energy it does not always have to be so.  As Peter Oliva stated,

" Should we call the phrases of political philosophy from the Declaration of Independence -'all men are created equal' and 'they are endowed with certain unalienable rights,' including 'Life Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness' - empty platitudes?  Why, we might ask, did our forebears not just sever relations between the motherland and the colonies instead of prattling about unalienable rights?  Perhaps they recognized that they must set the stage and provide a rationale to which other like-minded persons might rally."

On the ensuing pages are the basic statements of belief that make up the educational philosophy of the FORDLAND R-III Schools.  As subject area personnel go about the curriculum work in their areas, they are to be cognizant of the basic tenets of the district.  As they consult the most current research and formulate the philosophy statements for their own areas they should seek to maintain a high level of congruency with their subject area and district philosophies.

            Curriculum work is an inexact science.  There is more than one approach to any subject area, more than one opinion about the “how’s” and “why’s” of a particular discipline.  The ability to tie the curriculum of a discipline area to the basic belief system of the district, especially a belief system that has had input from

staff, students and community, legitimizes the curriculum and allows it to weather the storms of controversy that may occasionally arise.

MISSION
It is the mission of Fordland R-III Schools to provide an education for all students that will prepare them for work, citizenship and life-long learning.

BELIEFS
We believe:

  •    all students can learn
  •    students need to develop a sense of self-worth, take responsibility for themselves and show respect for others.
  •   all people have the right to be treated with dignity and respect.
  •    parents are responsible to be involved in their child’s education and to see that their child has good attendance.
  •    people have a right to a safe, positive learning environment.
  •   parents, community and school play vital roles in guiding and motivating our students
  •    in a well-rounded education that prepares our children scholastically, socially and philosophically for their future and that of society.
  •    in holding the highest expectations of learning

Important Links:

Webster County Library
Care To Learn
Care To Learn 5K Run Info
September 14, 2013
Fordland PTO
DESE
Student Insurance Forms
Care To Learn Referral Forms
Parent Portal
If you have questions or concerns with parent portal please contact Krista Jackson at kdjacks@fordland.k12.mo.us or call 417-767-4555.

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Calendar of Events

Homeless Information

District Directions
2012-2013 District Calendar
2013-2014 District Calendar
Technology Plan 2010- 2015
2012 District Report Card

INITIAL AND/OR ANNUAL WRITTEN NOTIFICATION

TO USE PUBLIC FUNDED PROGRAM BENEFITS OR INSURANCE

Medicaid -- MO HealthNet

Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA) allows school districts to use specific government funded public program benefits to assist with costs associated with special education services.  Amended federal regulations require the District to provide initial written notification, and annually thereafter, to the student’s parent/guardian before accessing the student’s or parent’s government funded public program benefits or insurance for billing purposes (i.e., Medicaid – MO HealthNet) for the first time on or after March 18, 2013 and prior to obtaining one-time written parental consent.  Participation in MO HealthNet for Kids and/or MO HealthNet program is not required for any student to receive free appropriate public education (FAPE) under IDEA.     

            One-time written parental consent to release personally identifiable information to the State’s Medicaid agency, healthcare staff or other public insurance programs to determine, access and recover entitled program benefits from a student’s or parent’s government funded public program benefits or insurance will be sought by the District.  Consent is voluntary and may be revoked at any time.  Consent does not give the District permission to access private insurance benefits.  Failure to consent will not result in denial or limitation of services for the student nor limit rights to a free appropriate public education (FAPE) under IDEA. 

Any questions or concerns should be directed to:

Fordland R-III Schools
                                                                         Superintendent’s Office
                                                                                                   1230 School Street
                                                                                                    Fordland Missouri 65652. 
                                                                                              Phone (417) 767-2298  Fax (417) 767-4483.