• To learn in safe and caring environments
• To have quality education that prepares them for successful career opportunities 
• To be supported both emotionally and academically
• To be well-educated and well-rounded
• To have access to unique learning opportunities
• To become productive citizens in their communities

The following quotes are directly from our stakeholders:

• “A well rounded challenging education taught by engaged professionals who are compensated for their hard work.” - Student
• “I hope that they will always have a thirst for learning and a curious mind. My dream is that our education system is one that encourages questions and exploration, that nurtures curiosity and innovative thinking. I want our children to always have the courage to ask "why" and the perseverance to search for the answer.” - Parent/Guardian
• “I want them to be safe, intellectually stimulated, and know they are the most precious of all of our priorities.” - Non-teaching Employee
• “I am hopeful that students become respectful, hard-working, and educated members of their community with a love for learning and for others.” -Teacher

• A safe, clean, accepting, and supportive environment 
• Students are talking and working cooperatively to solve problems
• Administrators, teachers, staff, parents and students are working together
• Students are showing mastery of standards based on receiving instruction based on their needs
• Employees and students treat each other with respect
• Students feel free to be themselves and their dreams are encouraged and appreciated
  

The following quotes are directly from our stakeholders:  

• "Students have a love of learning and participate in extracurricular activities. Parents are consistently involved.” -Teacher
• “It should be a place where kids can feel hopeful and optimistic about their future. Clean, well-maintained buildings, well-stocked classrooms, good lighting. The curriculum should be engaging and draw them into learning, giving teachers the freedom to teach their passion so they can share their enthusiasm for learning with the kids.” - Parent/Guardian
• “A broad curriculum with opportunities for students to develop their passions in STEM, the arts, and trades/vocational skills.” - Student
• "It should be welcoming and innovative - an environment that evokes ingenuity and promotes learning.” - Community Member

• Friendly, clean, caring, welcoming, and safe environment
• Cohesive and collaborative team of administrators, faculty, and support staff who value, trust, respect, and support each other
• Staff voice their opinions and contribute to the larger picture
• Opportunity for growth
• Support from administration and Central Office 
• Employees are supported mentally, emotionally, and economically
• Main focus is students 

The following quotes are directly from our stakeholders:  

• “Employees are an integral part of the village. Each and every individual can joyfully participate in doing the jobs for which they were hired to make sure that all aspects of every job are completed.” - Non-teaching Employee
• “Everyone knows their part in the overall achievement and feels like they have the tools and support to complete their job.” - Parent
• “Where the teachers are supported and valued.” - Student
• “A great school has teachers who are awesome teachers that have a chance to utilize their own creativity. This environment will also make teachers feel appreciated and welcome. This environment ensures transparency and fairness with administration, and safeguards to ensure that this takes place. Teachers work collaboratively to plan lesson plans that are engaging to the students. Students are excited about learning!” - Teacher
• “Great communication between administration and team members. Support from your colleagues. Help each other grow in our craft to help out all future students.” - Teacher

• Opportunities for students to have high-wage career opportunities
• Focus on student attendance and extracurricular activities
• Invest in high-quality instructional materials, infrastructure, and technology
• Consistency and accountability for student discipline
• Provide necessary resources and training to teachers, leaders, support staff, and families
• Provide professional development, support, and competitive salaries for employees
• Engage in open and clear communication
• Collaborate and give all stakeholders a voice at the table

The following quotes are directly from our stakeholders:  

• “Hiring and maintaining qualified personnel in all areas who are interested in student success, listening to the needs of all stakeholders and implementing the plans that are possible, and providing appropriate training and inservices to all levels of employees to keep everyone up to date on new and innovative concepts in education.” - Non-teaching Employee
• “Creating more programs in career/tech would be a great achievement, especially if these pathways become more accepted by students and parents/guardians.” - Community Member
• “Having the most up-to-date materials, a curriculum aligned with state standards, assessments aligned with the curriculum, and enough teachers to carry out the job without placing a heavy burden on others.” - Teacher
• “Listening to the kids’ ideas and always looking for better ideas to make things work.” - Parent/Guardian and Employee

• Happy, well-behaved students who love going to school and learning
• Grades, test scores, and graduation rates improve
• Increased stakeholder satisfaction
• Increased student attendance and enrollment
• Fewer vacancies and increased employee retention

The following quotes are directly from our stakeholders:    

• “Students will be proud of their campus and will be happy to talk about it outside of school. Parents will be able to celebrate in accomplishments and will be invited to participate in school events whenever possible.” - Parent/Guardian and Employee
• “When students are motivated and focused on learning; employees are passionate about what they do and feel appreciated; when parents and the community feel that their involvement matters, then we will witness more progress.” - Community Member
• “We should see the growth of the whole child, not just test scores. We will produce productive citizens that will be able to survive socially, economically and mentally.” - Non-teaching Employee
• “Look to the culture of the school community, the culture of the district community, and Jefferson Parish community. Until we understand that we belong to each other and think about the good of the whole, we will be stuck.” - Teacher