About Southwest Local School District

Alumni Association Alumni Directory Alma Mater and Fight Song Alumni Events Alumni Association Scholarship Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame Alumni Association Committees Links & Resources

Connecting with the Community

Community Focus Community Engagement Community Outreach Wildcats Care

Employment

Facility Usage

Facility Usage Facility Rental Policies Facility Rental Application

Health and Wellness

Health and Wellness Mental Health & Wellness Counselors & Mental Wellness Specialists Health Services School Nurses Erin's Law and SAVE Students Act

The District is comprised of:

William Henry Harrison High School: Grades 9-12
Harrison Junior School: Grades 6-8
Crosby Elementary: Grades K-5
Harrison Elementary: Grades K-5
Miami Whitewater Elementary: Grades K-5
Southwest Early Childhood Learning Center: Preschool

Our Mission:

"Academic and Social Growth for all students, every day!"

Our Motto:

"Excellence through Relationships"

Our Core Values:

Trust, Respect, Ownership and Leadership

We believe . . .

Education needs to take a leadership role in improving society.
In a working partnership among students, parents, staff and community that takes responsibility for learning and is committed to excellence in education.
In providing the best possible learning environment by hiring, developing and retaining quality personnel.
Quality education depends on appropriate educational resources.
In our ever-changing society, students need experiences that include the basics and provide activities to develop problem solving, decision making and creative thinking skills.
In maximizing students' potential, recognizing their differences and adapting the overall learning process to meet individuals' need.
Education is a lifelong process that occurs both inside and outside the classroom.
In promoting independent learning through discipline, motivation and high expectations
In promoting and improving positive self-esteem.
In teaching democratic principles that promote good character and citizenship.
In providing activities/programs that help develop well-rounded students who can cope with everyday pressures.
In instilling recognition of and respect for the rights, thoughts, feelings and contributions of others.
In the continuous evaluation and revitalization of the educational system