Students

1. The school, the home, and the surrounding community must work together to meet the needs of our students
2. Our focus is education, and all decisions are based on what is best for our students
3. Every student is unique and valuable, and the school embraces each as an important individual
4. A “whatever it takes” attitude exists so every student can be successful
5. Instruction is authentic and provides students with worthwhile work

Employees

1. Every employee respects, values and feels responsible for our students
2. Every employee is a lifelong learner and models that role for our students

Leaders

1. A leader is responsible for ensuring an employee a position that is a good fit
2. A leader gives an employee the support, resources, and mentoring necessary to do a job well
3. A leader is a problem solver
4. A leader models appropriate behavior and attitude

School System

1. The school system will move from good to great

City Schools of Decatur challenges every student to succeed by providing a rigorous, engaging and authentic learning experience delivered by highly qualified, caring adults in safe and inviting schools.

City Schools of Decatur will be recognized as one of the top ten community school districts in the nation.