The mission of the Chesapeake Public Schools is to ensure that all students attain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to become lifelong learners and productive citizens by combining the efforts of students, parents, community, and staff to provide a quality education in a safe, orderly environment in which human dignity is valued.

• Optimize School Safety


• Ensure Rigorous Educational Standards


• Evaluate Effectiveness and Efficiency


• Optimize the Use of Human Resources and Ensure Effective Staff Development


• Optimize the Use of Technology


• Enhance Parental and Community Involvement


• Provide Optimal School Facilities

• Our students will show improvement each year and meet or exceed benchmarks on state assessments.


• Our students will graduate or successfully complete program requirements.


• Our students will be prepared for further education, employment, and civic responsibility.

• We believe that students and staff have a right to a safe environment.


• We believe that understanding and respect for diversity are essential in recognizing the dignity and worth of every individual.
• We believe that all students can learn and achieve.


• We believe that all students deserve a quality education that promotes high academic standards.


• We believe in empowering students with the knowledge and skills necessary to become productive citizens.


• We believe that all students have a right to resources and facilities that are conducive to learning.


• We believe that technology is an integral component of the educational process.


• We believe that learning is a lifelong process.


• We believe that staff and students have the duty to model lifelong learning and responsible citizenship.


• We believe that staff development is essential for quality education.


• We believe that ongoing evaluation is essential for continuous school improvement.


• We believe that student development and meaningful learning opportunities are a shared responsibility among students, parents, staff, businesses, organizations, and the community.


• We believe that cohesiveness and the sharing of resources are mutually beneficial to schools, parents, businesses, organizations, and the community.


• We believe in providing a variety of methods to enhance communication among students, parents, staff, and community.


• We believe that education is a sound investment in our future and enhances our quality of life.