Core Values
Virginia Beach City Public Schools maintains a commitment to establishing a work force dedicated to the education of our youth and the creation of an environment conducive to productivity for the benefit of both staff and students. To support this philosophy, the school division has established a set of values for all employees referred to as The Virginia Beach City Public Schools Core Values.
Youth (places real value on young people)- Has confidence in youth
- Wants to work around and with young people
- Obtains satisfaction from seeing young people grow
- Follows through on an obligation in a professional manner
- Sets high expectations for the accomplishment of personal and professional goals
- Serves as a positive and loyal ambassador for the school division
- Speaks with others in a tactful, straightforward and positive manner
- Focuses on the process rather than blaming others
- Expresses an appreciation for others through words and deeds
- Earns the trust of others
- Does the right thing even if it is difficult or unpopular
- Acts in the best interest of the school division, not for personal gain
- Gives an honest report of actions, progress, and results
- Is hopeful about the future
- Sees the positive in people and situations
- Possesses a belief that conditions will improve
- Recognizes others publicly for their contributions
- Seeks and values feedback from others
- Shows fair and equitable treatment for others
- Achieves positive results through a continuous improvement process
- Encourages new and innovative ideas to improve results
- Takes responsibility for one's actions
- Makes a noticeable contribution as a team member
- Uses knowledge and learnings from past experiences to solve problems
- Exercises self-control
- Demonstrates willingness to take intelligent risks