1. We will deliver an aligned curriculum based on challenging standards, measure achievement, and ensure all students meet the standards.

   The work of Wichita Public Schools is to empower all students with the 21st century skills and knowledge necessary for success by providing a coherent, rigorous, safe and nurturing, culturally responsive, and inclusive learning community.

2. We will recruit, develop, support and retain a high-quality, diverse teaching, administrative and support staff to improve staff performance and enhance student achievement.
3. We will provide educational programs from pre-kindergarten through post-secondary that promote life-long learning to enhance the quality of life for all students.
4. We will have safe, positive, disciplined and drug-free schools.
5. We will build and maintain strong relationships with parents, families, the community and businesses.
6. We will develop, implement and maintain a scheduled plan to upgrade district technology.
7. We will design and implement a plan that lifts the burden of desegregation from any one segment of our community, and removes the effects of racial isolation, and increases programs of choice.
8. We will upgrade and maintain district facilities to support and enhance student achievement.
9. We will ensure sound financial stewardship throughout the system.
10. District leadership will continuously evaluate the performance of the district in reaching district goals.

Shared Beliefs:

·        Successful public education is a community partnership.

·        Public education is essential for the improvement of society and democracy.

·        Everyone has worth and dignity and is treated with respect.

·        We profit from diversity.

·        Everyone can and will learn.

·        It is worth the effort to ensure everyone learns.

·        High expectations are essential for success.

·        Families provide an essential foundation for learning.

·        All families want their children to be successful.

·        Learning is a life-long process.

·        Everyone is entitled to a safe, supportive and nurturing learning environment.

·        Every student is entitled to equitable opportunities, resources and services.

·        Belonging is a key to student success.

·        Change is inevitable and necessary; our response is intentional.