Mission:
In partnership with family and community, the Caroline County Public Schools will motivate and challenge students to attain educational excellence.

We Believe:

That a successful student...

-understands the importance of learning, and can identify and master skills that will benefit him/her throughout life.
-takes responsibility for his/her own learning, education, and behavior.
-is motivated to reach his/her goals

That an effective teacher...

-takes responsibility for the motivation and success of every student he/she teaches.
-has mastery of teaching skills and content area(s).
-reflects on his/her practice and seeks professional growth and self renewal in a learning community.
-sets high expectations and measurable goals for students and takes responsibility for achieving them.

That a quality instructional program...

-generates interests, motivates, challenges, and inspires each student to learn and achieve.
-equips students to assume responsible adult roles with the skills to adapt to the world around them.

That a good school...

-provides a climate that is positive, nurturing, inclusive, and equitable for every student and is supported by a dedicated staff.
-develops students intellectually, socially, and physically to their fullest as life long learners and responsible, ethical citizens.

That an outstanding school system...

-defines expectations clearly, communicates them openly, applies them consistently, and refines them deliberately.
-takes responsibility for recruiting, developing, and retaining qualified, caring, motivated, and competent people.
-provides equitable opportunity and encouragement for every student.
-identifies needs and manages resources effectively and efficiently.

That a supportive community...

-creates and maintains a stable and harmonious social environment.
-fosters regular and open communications among the home, community and school.
-provides adequate resources and demands excellence.