The Independent School of Wichita
8317 E. Douglas Wichita, KS 67207 Phone: 316-686-0152 Email: norton@tis.wichita.ks.us http://www.tis.wichita.ks.us/index.php3
Grades Pre-K through 12
Karen Norton, Administrator










Our Mission
To provide a superior private, cost effective college preparatory education within a safe, supportive environment conducive to the intellectual, emotional, and physical development of each Independent Student, encouraging each student to the highest standards of personal achievement.

Vision
Where every student is challenged to learn, to grow, to lead, and to succeed.
Values and Beliefs
Top academic standards
We are committed to the highest academic standards and a clearly superior education for our students

Committed and motivated teachers
Because our school’s quality is dependent upon our faculty, we employ a highly qualified, committed, and motivated staff.

High expectations
We expect each person to do his or her very best in each task undertaken.

Respect for the individual
Each student, parent, and staff member is important and treated with respect. Diversity is welcomed and celebrated.

Warm, caring environment
We believe that a warm, caring, happy, safe, and disciplined environment is most conducive to learning.

Parent/Teacher/Student Partnerships
We believe in strong partnerships between teachers, parents, students, and administration, evidenced by open and frequent communication, involvement in the life of the school, and a shared passion and commitment to the joy of lifetime learning.

Independence
Our independence as a school is important and we believe that students and teachers are most successful in an environment where independence is valued, yet teamwork is encouraged.

Integrity
We are honest. We honor our commitments. We are consistent and fair. We follow the rules.

Fiscally-responsible
We are committed to operating the school as cost-effectively as possible, while ensuring that we provide an excellent education. We expect a balanced budget and avoid borrowing.