Delivering educational excellence that empowers all learners to participate in our dynamic world.
91Ô´´ Us
91Ô´´ is a southeastern Minnesota school district serving families in Northfield and surrounding areas. Though diverse in population, the town of Northfield values education for all learners from pre-K through adulthood. The district features many schools for youth including three elementary schools, a middle school, a high school, an alternative high school and sponsors several charter schools. Community education is offered through Community Services and includes early childhood education, adult basic education and programs for adults with disabilities.
Our Commitment
91Ô´´’ K–12 schools offer a high quality, well-rounded education that strives to meet the specific needs of each student and prepare graduates for lifelong success.
Our Leadership
91Ô´´ is led by Superintendent Matt Hillmann. Read his blog for updates on the leadership of 91Ô´´.
Our Vision
We prepare every student for lifelong success by developing critical thinkers who are curious and ready to engage in our society.
91Ô´´ Strategic Commitments
91Ô´´ prioritizes the following six strategic commitments:
PEOPLE
We prioritize the engagement, satisfaction, and support of every student, staff member, and family.
LEARNER OUTCOMES
We prepare every student to be academically and socially ready to choose their preferred pathway after high school graduation.
EQUITY
We ensure that every child has a fair opportunity to reach their full potential.
COMMUNICATION
We communicate effectively and transparently with all stakeholders.
STEWARDSHIP
We responsibly manage our personnel, finances, property, time and environmental impact.
PARTNERSHIPS
We seek community partnerships that accelerate student achievement of district benchmarks.
Commitment to Staff Development
Our dedicated team members are committed to learning from one another. All schools in the district utilize the Professional Learning Community (PLC) model, a staff development process rooted in research and best practice.
PLCs include teams of staff members who share the same content and/or students. On a weekly basis, teams gather to:
- Work collaboratively to analyze student data
- Promptly identify student needs
- Determine and implement best practice strategies
- Evaluate the impact their teaching has on student learning
- Make changes in their practice to ensure needs of all students are met