Our Mission

The mission of the Elmira City School District is to prepare students by providing opportunities to allow them to realize their full potential as life-long learners and contributing citizens in our democratic society. In partnership with students, parents and community, we are committed to helping each student use their unique abilities to acquire problem-solving skills necessary to actively meet life's challenges and create opportunities as they responsibly build their own and the world's future. In teaching our children, we will be respectful of our world's interdependence and the cultural diversity in our school district. Our schools are dedicated to maintaining a safe environment for all stakeholders that promotes individual personal responsibility, achievement and respect for all individuals.

Our Vision

The Elmira City School District, in partnership with students, parents and community members, will strive to educate 100 percent of our students to be able to communicate effectively, solve problems competently, think critically and creatively, act responsibly, and recognize and respect the right of individual differences. Students will be given the foundation to become life-long learners who are technologically literate and able to adapt to a changing society. They will be globally-minded and imbued with the character of good citizens, ready to be active participants in a democratic society.

Our Beliefs

    - America's greatest resource and hope for the future is the successful education of present and future generations of our children.
    - The education of students is our first and foremost responsibility.
    - Families should be responsible for providing the foundation for learning and have a significant continuing role in their children's education.
    - Learning is a life-long process.
    - Students should be taught not only skills and knowledge for academic excellence, but also self-confidence, self-discipline, and individual accountability for their choices.
    - Students have the responsibility to actively participate in their own education.
    - All students have a right to an education that recognizes and adapts to their individual needs and abilities.
    - High expectations maximize educational outcomes.
    - Diversity is an asset to be celebrated.
    - The dignity of any individual must never be compromised.
    - Creative thinkers excel in a changing world.
    - Quality education promotes quality student learning.
    - Educators must be aware of different learning styles and implement a variety of methods to meet student needs.
    - Sound and prudent fiscal management is essential for the successful operation of the district.
    - Goal setting and constructive evaluation improves performance.
    - There should be a unity of purpose in mission and goals between all stakeholders.
    - Effective communication among all stakeholders is essential for success.
    - The responsibility for education is cooperatively shared by students, educators, parents and community.
    - A safe, secure and welcoming environment promotes attendance and enhances learning.