SANSTHA

Sanstha

Values:

Academic excellence and integrity

Outstanding teaching

Scholarly research and professional leadership

Integration of teaching, research, and service

Individual and collective excellence

Diversity, equity, and social justice

Education of individuals across the life span

Collegiality and collaboration

Beliefs:

A literate and educated citizenry is vital to a democratic society.

All people are entitled to a high-quality education, grounded in sensitivity to individual dignity, professional integrity, and a positive and nurturing environment

A dynamic education system fosters an equitable, productive economy in a global environment.

Teaching and learning should be informed by scholarly research and effective practice.

School improvement should be based on sound research, the application of theory as it relates to effective practice, policy development, and collaboration with practitioners.

Technology should be used to improve the quality of teaching and learning, research and scholarship, and outreach to the state, nation, and the world.

Interdisciplinary programs should be used to enhance human learning, growth, and development across the life span.