2018-2020 SCC Catalog > Vision, Mission, Core Values and Guiding Principles

Vision, Mission, Core Values and Guiding Principles

Mission Statement

Stone Child College (SCC) is a tribally charted college established to deliver post-secondary educational opportunities through degrees, certificates and continuing education. SCC stresses the importance of preserving the Chippewa Cree language, culture and history. SC will promote transfer students, professionally prepared and career-ready individuals.

Core Values

Preserving the Past, Educating the Present, Planning for the Future.

Vision

Making our Dreams Happen with Academic Excellence, Culture and Commitment.

Guiding Principles

To provide further specificity to the Mission Statement, the SCC Board of Directors has committed the college to the following principles:

1. Preserve and promote the languages, cultures, and histories of the Chippewa Cree.
2. Assist tribal organizations in staff development, planning research and other needed services.
3. Collaborate with other institutions and agencies in furthering the interests of the college and community.
4. Continually assess institutional programs and student achievement for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
5. Maintain a student-centered, life-long learning oriented environment, including opportunities for leadership and community service.