Mission: The Yonkers Public School district is committed to preparing all learners for the opportunities of today and tomorrow in a culture of inquiry. All are encouraged to take initiative for their own development, think critically, actively listen, participate fully and acquire decision making and leadership skills.

Core Values: Everyone in Yonkers Public Schools will:

• Treat all with dignity and respect
• Make every decision guided by student achievement
• Develop the ‘whole child’
• Support every educator in the pursuit of learning for professional growth
• Connect the school, home, and community in all activities
• Involve all in student success

District Goals:

Goal 1 – Student Achievement

• Provide curricula that fosters high levels of student achievement that embed 21st Century Skills.

Goal 2 – Professional Development

• Continue to develop and enhance current practices and efforts in order to ensure teacher growth leading to enhanced student learning outcomes.

Goal 3 – Data Driven Culture

• Create a school wide culture based on high expectations and accountability.

Goal 4 – Student Needs

• Establish a community that supports students with diverse social and emotional needs for student growth and development.

Goal 5 – Stakeholder Involvement/Engagement

• Develop the family and the community infrastructure to support student success.