School Board of the City of Virginia Beach
Policy 6-1

INSTRUCTION

Mission Statement/Philosophy

A.  Mission Statement

The mission of Virginia Beach City Public Schools, in partnership with our entire community, is to ensure that each student is empowered with the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the challenges of the future.

B.  Philosophy

The Virginia Beach City Public School System affirms its commitment to excellence in education. To fulfill this commitment to excellence, high expectations must be clearly stated and consistently upheld.

The basic purpose of schooling is to provide the instruction and support necessary for students to develop the fundamental skills and processes essential for the life-long acquisition and use of knowledge. Ultimately, the responsibility for education is shared by students, school, home, and community.

The challenges of life in a complex world require that all students share a common body of knowledge and ideas. Command of this common body of knowledge and ideas enables each student to become an educated person who acts in an ethical manner, functions as a contributing member of a democratic society, and aspires to the highest level of achievement in chosen endeavors.

 

Adopted by School Board:  July 16, 1991
Amended by School Board:  July 13, 1993 (Effective August 14, 1993)
Amended by School Board:  October 19, 1993