On March 17, a significant step towards enhanced collaboration was taken as Boundary County School District #101 Superintendent Jan Bayer and Vice-Board Chair Teresa Rae visited Foundations School. The visit provided a valuable opportunity for district leaders to tour the facility and engage in meaningful dialogue with Lucas and Charlie Turner, the school’s owners, principal Julie Montgomery and administrative assistant Dustin Solt.
The district appreciates the invitation from Foundations School.
The core mission of Boundary County School District #101 is “to educate and empower all students to become life-long learners and contributing members of society.”
This mission resonated deeply with the principles upheld by Foundations School. This shared mission formed the foundation for a productive exchange, highlighting the common ground between the two educational entities.
During the visit, it became clear that both the school district and Foundations School share a profound commitment to student success. This commitment manifests in a shared desire to:
- Foster life-long learning: Ensuring students are equipped with the skills and passion for continuous education.
- Develop contributing members of society: Cultivating responsible and engaged citizens.
- Enable students to thrive as adults: Preparing students for successful and fulfilling lives.
- Encourage participation in extra and co/curricular activities: Recognizing the holistic development of students.
- Promote academic excellence: Striving for high standards and achievement.
- Provide access to diverse post-secondary pathways: Offering college-bound, career technical education, military-bound, and workforce-bound opportunities.
The recognition of these shared values underscores the importance of collaborative efforts in supporting the students of Boundary County. The district’s leadership emphasized the significance of working together, stating, “We are a community. As a community, we support each other. As a community, we do what’s best for kids. As a community, we will work together, so kids can reach their full potential.”
This sentiment reflects a commitment to a unified approach, ensuring that all students in the area have the resources and support they need to succeed. By fostering a strong partnership, Boundary County School District #101 and Foundations School aim to create a network of support that empowers students to reach their full potential.
The district expressed its sincere gratitude to Foundations School for their hospitality and willingness to collaborate. The visit marks a positive step towards a stronger, more unified educational community, dedicated to the well-being and success of every student.