It is the special function of the Calhoun R-VIII School District to serve the needs of youth.It must therefore provide an environment in which everyone may find the opportunity for wholesome growth and development.In this process of development, there must be an ever-increasing sense of social and civic responsibility.The needs of society and the interest of each individual pupil are best served only when the school develops a deep sense of social responsibility and offers opportunities to challenge the purposeful creative effort of all.