Vermillion School District 13-1

VISION: Creating a successful community of engaged learners through innovative and customized education. MISSION: To empower all students to maximize their success in our global community. The Vermillion School District believes that quality education begins with classroom leadership. Because of that belief, the district provides research-based trainings and monitors student progress. Vermillion Schools provide professional development for teachers to keep abreast of the most current and best practices in education. The district provides five in-service days, and encourages teachers to pursue opportunities that deepen content knowledge and strengthen classroom practices. 98% of Vermillion educators are rated as highly qualified. Average years of experience among Vermillion teacher is 16 years. 20% of Vermillion teachers hold advanced degrees. The Vermillion School District has an 89% graduation rate average over all socio-economic groups. The average composite ACT score for those high school students taking the test (83% of seniors) was 22.9. Vermillion students exceeded the state average in all areas of the ACT test. Vermillion students consistently score better than the state average in Dakota State Test of Educational Progress (STEP). Vermillion Schools strive for a quality educational experience for students. A student information database can be accessed by staff, parents, and students. Teachers are encouraged to integrate technology into the curriculum.