DISTRICT VISION, MISSION, AND CORE BELIEFS

Vision

Every student achieving, everyone accountable.

Mission

Enabling all students to achieve to their potential through quality instructional programs and a shared commitment to continuous improvement.

Core Beliefs

In Seattle Public Schools we believe that:

• The core work of Seattle Public Schools is effective learning and quality teaching built on a rigorous curriculum, measurable outcomes, ongoing assessment, professional development and continuous improvement.
• Every student in Seattle Public Schools should have equitable access to quality programs.
• All students will achieve to their potential and the achievement gap will be eliminated as every student is challenged to learn at or above grade level.
• A high performing school district is based on a shared accountability to our students among district professionals, school board members, students, parents, community partners, and elected leadership.
• Quality leadership, effective support structures, and efficient operations directly impact high student performance.
• Community collaboration and family commitment are fundamental to achieving and sustaining excellence.
• Placing the interests of students above all others in every decision we make is essential.