Program of Studies
Fall River Public Schools
The mission of the Fall River Public Schools is to provide a quality education so that all students will attain their fullest potential and become responsible members of society. We are committed to providing quality teaching and learning in a respectful, safe, healthy, and supportive environment that links students, parents, and staff in a community of lifelong learners and capable problem solvers.
B.M.C. Durfee High School
The B.M.C. Durfee High School community is dedicated to providing a safe, rigorous learning environment that is equitable, inclusive, and collaborative, empowering students to explore diverse paths and contribute to the global community.
All Hilltoppers Have Durfee PRIDE
Purpose
Students will demonstrate academic achievement through the core academic pillars of higher-order questioning, evidence-based writing, academic conversation, and close observation and analysis.
Responsibility
Students will demonstrate their ability to make caring and constructive choices through ownership of personal behavior, social interactions, and dependability across diverse situations.
Innovation
Students will demonstrate their ability to generate new ideas and engage in creative problem-solving.
Diligence
Students will demonstrate self-awareness and social mindfulness of how emotions, thoughts, and behaviors impact outcomes, and will empathize with others from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and contexts.
Empowerment
Students will demonstrate their ability to set goals and take realistic steps to achieve them using the Durfee Way.
Durfee High School Counseling Department Mission
The mission of the B.M.C. Durfee High School Counseling Department is to support and empower the academic, personal/social, and career development of all students. In collaboration with school, family, and community partners, counselors guide students toward becoming lifelong learners who are resilient and contributing members of their community.
Durfee High School Counseling Department Vision
The school counselors at Durfee High School believe:
- All students will have equal access to guidance counseling programs and services.
- All students can develop skills for academic success, personal growth, positive interpersonal relationships, and career development.
- All students have diverse strengths, needs, and abilities that contribute to growth and development.
- All students will have access to information and resources related to post-secondary planning.
- The school guidance counseling program is integral to creating a positive school environment that promotes diversity and student learning.
- Building relationships with students, teachers, parents, and community members is central to student success.
- School Counselors are educational partners who collaborate to ensure student needs are met.
- Data analysis is critical to designing and implementing programs that support student success.
- Professional development is vital for maintaining a high-quality school counseling program.