Dr. William T. Cason, Superintendent
Your Future...Our Mission. Imagine the Possibilities!!
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Your future...Our mission. Imagine the Possibilities!
Mission
The mission of Valdosta City Schools is quality teaching and learning, resulting in superior performance for all.
Vision
Our vision is to prepare students to pursue infinite possibilities for the future.
Beliefs
In Valdosta City Schools, we believe
1. Positive relationships, high expectations, and a safe environment are essential for quality teaching and learning.
2. All students have unique needs and learn when provided relevant instruction and support.
3. Students, teachers, and leaders must utilize critical thinking, digital literacy, and technology skills to be globally competitive.
4. Effective educators motivate and engage students in the learning process.
5. Continuous improvement, collaboration, and shared decision making among all stakeholders are fundamental to teaching, learning, and school effectiveness.
6. Activities beyond core academics promote relationships and connections that are critical to student learning and life-long success.
Strategic Goal Areas and Performance Objectives
Goal Area I – Student Achievement
• To ensure mastery of rigorous curriculum
• To ensure all students are college and career ready
• To provide meaningful, engaging, and effective instructional supports
Goal Area II – Superior Support Services
• To ensure a safe, orderly, and inviting place for students, staff, and parents
• To ensure effective resource stewardship
• To provide and maintain innovative instructional facilities and technology
Goal Area III – High Quality Workforce
• To recruit and retain a high quality, diverse staff
• To provide quality, on-going professional learning for all staff
Goal Area IV – Positive Relationships with all Stakeholders
• To improve communication, collaboration, and engagement
• To promote a positive school culture
Education for PreK through 12th grade
There are 10 schools in our system. J.L. Lomax Elementary School, Pinevale Elementary School, Sallas Mahone Elementary School, S.L. Mason Elementary School, W.G. Nunn Elementary School, J.L. Newbern Middle School, Valdosta Middle School, Valdosta Early College Academy, Valdosta High School and Horne Learning Center
