The mission of the Portland Public Schools is to support all students in achieving their very highest educational and personal potential, to inspire in them an enduring love for learning, and prepare them to contribute as citizens of a diverse, multicultural, and international community. Creating trusting relationships, working together and building on the strengths of our diversity are essential for a strong community. Everyone has the ability to learn. When individuals have equitable and just access to opportunities and have satisfied basic needs, they can realize their full potential and contribute to the community. Involving stakeholders in decision-making leads to better outcomes.
Adult behavior is a powerful teacher for young people.
Assuming individual and collective responsibility for the choices we make is critical to creating the future we desire. Strategies We will create a system-wide culture that reflects an ethic of service, excellence and respect. We will create partnerships with stakeholders to achieve our strategic objectives and mission. We will actively select, support and retain employees who contribute to accomplishing the mission and strategic objectives and who reflect the diversity of our students. We will eliminate the achievement disparity of low income children, children of color, and English Language Learners in relation to District Standards.