Mission:

In partnership with the community, we welcome our children to a supportive, multicultural educational environment. Passaic Public Schools demand excellence in teaching and learning and prepare students for further learning and productive employment in the 21st century.

Vision:

Passaic Public Schools seek to be a community where:

- All members of the community come together in a supportive alliance to educate, inspire and encourage students.
- There are high expectations for all students and staff.
- All students grow to fulfill their full potential, to value lifelong learning, and develop confidence.
- Each student develops into a contributing, responsible citizen.
- Learning is challenging and purposeful.
- Teaching and learning occur in a safe, drug-free and positive environment.
- Students are prepared for success in school, the world of work and their personal lives in an ever-changing world.

Core Beliefs:

Our core beliefs will serve as a foundation for performance management. Each Passaic Public Schools staff member is expected to conduct him/herself in a way that supports the values of the District.

- Students come first.
- All students can learn and succeed.
- Students are entitled to appropriate facilities in a safe and drug-free environment.
- Our students will meet and exceed the NJ Core Curriculum Standards.
- Each Child is a distinctive individual with specific talents and abilities and deserves resources to match his/her needs.
- There is strength in diversity.
- Students deserve equal access to educational programs, resources and services.
- Students with special needs will be provided modified programs and supports to succeed in the general education curriculum.
- Family involvement and advocacy for students are critical to academic success.
- School based participation in the decision-making process leads to increased commitment and accountability.
- Teamwork within the District is necessary for success.
- General and special education staff share responsibility for planning and executing programs that encompass inclusive practices.
- It is the responsibility of the school district community to inspire students to become lifelong learners and to prepare then for careers.
- Mastery of technology is critical for success in the 21st Century.
- People with high self-esteem are better able to teach and learn.
- Positive adult and peer role models will have a beneficial impact on students.
- Schools should be the catalyst for positive societal change.