Equity and Inclusion
Mankato Area Public Schools Mission
Excellence, Equity, Empowerment. Every Student, Every Day.
Mankato Area Public Schools Vision
MAPS Inspires students to thrive through future focused learning experiences by:
- Pursuing their individual pathway
- Ensuring safe and secure schools
- Fostering inclusivity by understanding and appreciating diversity
- Engaging with families and caregivers
- Partnering with and contributing to our community
with high quality, dedicated and exceptionally trained staff.
Mankato Area Public Schools Core Values
- Courage: We do and say what is needed to develop strength, resilience and character.
- Student Centered: Student success drives our decisions and actions, and we strive to provide each learner with what they need, when they need it.
- Integrity: We are honest, authentic and respectful in every interaction.
- Accountable: We know our desired outcomes, understand our individual responsibility for them, and collectively take accountability for results and continuous improvement.
- Inclusive Practices: We ensure ALL learners are welcomed and valued, have a sense of belonging and see themselves in their learning.