MISSION STATEMENT FOR GILMER COUNTY SCHOOLS: Gilmer County Schools are committed to establishing high academic standards and providing high quality programs for every student. In order to fulfill this general mission of Gilmer County Schools, the Gilmer County Board of Education has adopted the following specific mission statements: I. Provide high quality education programs, student support services, and work-based experiences. II. Provide high quality instructional and administrative practices, personnel, facilities, instructional materials, technology integration, supplies, and equipment. III. Provide a safe and caring environment that fosters supportive relationships and involves parents. IV. Provide a demanding curriculum for all students, with emphasis on the core academic programs of study, coupled with high expectations communicated to students, parents, and communities. V. Provide accountability measures to ensure the community that a thorough and efficient system of education is being provided to students enrolled in Gilmer County Schools.