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The district lives out its mission – learn, share, innovate, inspire. The vision of the district is that ‘by 2018, the Byron Public Schools will be recognized as a leading, renowned school system in the world by challenging the status quo and developing new norms for education utilizing real-world tools and purposeful technology to develop a passion for learning. We will continue to develop students who demonstrate outstanding character by modeling and creating a learning environment that is safe, healthy and caring. *An excellent staff committed to student learning and well-being *Strong professional development programs *A strong technology plan and vison that is being implemented in all schools *IPad 1-1 initiative available to students *Strong financial position with a 11% fund balance *Resident enrollment has increased 6% over the past 10 years while total enrollment increased 20% *Non-resident enrollment makes up approximately 20% of the enrollment *The district does not lose many students to other districts and there are no private schools in the district *21st Century Learning is a goal of the district with many programs to support this vision *Byron is strongly committed to personalized learning for all students *Students are exposed to learning experiences within the school and community *Character development, community involvement and strong academics are goals of district *Students are encouraged to explore their passions and share their talents *Excellent Community Education Program that meets the needs of families and community members *New primary school and elementary grade configuration *Strong community support passing a bonding referendum recently *Strong athletics and fine arts programs with strong student participation *Athletic Boosters and Hall of Fame *Strong strategic plan and vision for the district *Support programs at all buildings to assist students learn *High achievement at all levels on statewide tests *A strong sense of pride in the community and the schools makes this a great place to live and work Communities Served: Byron is located in southeastern Minnesota on Highway 14 several miles from Rochester, Minnesota. It is a community with a family orientated small town feeling with access to the amenities that the Rochester area includes. It is a progressive community with a high respect for education and business connections. Student Population: 2000 District Budget: $18 + million District Schools: *Byron Primary School (K-2) *Byron Intermediate School (3-5) *Byron Middle School (6-8) *Byron High School (9-12) *Byron Community Education Center Union Affiliation Education Minnesota Teachers’ Contract Status: Contract Expires 6/30/2017