The Yazoo County School District embraces the concept that all students can learn: therefore, the district's emphasis is placed on quality instruction and pupil achievement. We further believe that a firm commitment is needed by all who are involved in the educational process, and that this commitment must be based upon sound educational principles as established and confirmed by the correlates of an effective school. The correlates are active educational leadership, instructionally focused organization, effective instruction, quality education, school climate, and a change-inducing staff development program. The Five-Year Plan is our documented approach to this commitment.