Mills High School will prepare its students to be:

Effective Communicators Who:

• Demonstrate the ability to receive, process, and convey ideas, opinions, and information through written, oral, and non-verbal communication skills.
• Use reading and interpersonal skills necessary to receive and interpret information from a variety of sources.
• Advocate for themselves and seek clarification both verbally and in writing.

Critical and Creative Thinkers Who:

• Analyze, synthesize, and evaluate information within a variety of contexts.
• Use logic and reason to effectively make decisions.
• Gather, interpret, and use information using a variety of sources.
• Use curiosity and creativity in the learning process.

 Self-Directed and Collaborative Individuals Who:

• Demonstrate self-management and self-improvement skills to become reflective, responsible, and balanced individuals.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively and collaboratively with other in a diverse community.
• Seek enrichment and inspiration through life-long learning.

Community Contributors Who:

• Work to make positive changes in the community though participation and volunteerism
• Display positive behaviors, attitudes, and respect for themselves and toward others.
• Strive to become global citizens who show empathy for others.