Farmington Area Public Schools, ISD 192, is a public school district located in the southern suburbs of the Twin Cities. The district has a long and proud history that is deeply rooted in the community it serves. As that community has changed from rural to predominately suburban, ISD 192 has changed to meet those new needs while maintaining a connection to its agricultural past. Our Mission The mission of Farmington Area Public Schools, a learner centered culture that radiates a dream of an entirely new educational world, is to ensure each learner continuously achieves one’s highest aspirations while demonstrating responsibility to communities through a system distinguished by: - Passion for continuous growth - Honor of diverse perspectives - Personal reflection which gives meaning to learning - Agency with empathy - Radical trust in self and others Our Students ISD 192 includes all of the City of Farmington, as well as a portion of Lakeville and several surrounding townships. Total population within the district has exceeded 36,000. Student population is about 7,000 and is expected to be stable for the next five year planning horizon. Farmington area students are more than great students - they are great people. The district's curricular and extra-curricular programming support their development as active, vital members of the community. Our Staff Farmington Public Schools employs nearly 900 people, including more than 490 licensed teachers. More than half of our teachers hold masters' or more advanced degrees. The district’s extensive and innovative staff development program ensures all employees continue to grow professionally, so they can provide the best education possible to our students.