Mission

MCPS is an innovative educational community. We value diversity, and we are committed to equity and inclusion. MCPS empowers learners to realize success in an ever-changing global society through collaboration with communities, families, staff, and students. MCPS provides a safe, engaging learning environment and intentional exposure to positive social, emotional, and academic experiences.

2021-2026 Strategic Plan

Beliefs

  1. All students can learn in order to pursue their dreams. 

  2. Schools are safe places of joy, wonder, and creativity. 

  3. Every person deserves to be loved, valued, and respected. 

  4. Kindness is an essential skill of a responsible, productive community member. 

  5. The diversity of our community is one of our greatest strengths. 

  6. All people deserve equitable access to opportunities and resources. 

  7. Every child deserves an advocate. 

  8. Honoring the voices of students and other stakeholders strengthens the school community. 

  9. Open communication and feedback are vital to our growth. 

  10. Learning and teaching are collective efforts that begin at birth and involve the entire community. 

  11. Relationship building and high expectations are foundational to student success. 

Objectives

Instruction

Each student will have access to exemplary and meaningful learning opportunities that engage them in collaboration, communication, critical thinking, developing creativity, and building connections. 

Learning Environments

Each student will have access to safe and vibrant learning environments that facilitate instruction, learning, and collaboration and promote physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being.

Poverty

Each student will be provided with resources to address their physiological, social, emotional, and cognitive needs. 

Equity

Each student will have equitable access to resources, programs, opportunities, and learning experiences regardless of barriers. 

Mental Health

Each student will learn resilience and life skills in a safe and supportive environment that promotes social, emotional, mental, and physical well-being. 

Parameters

  1. We will base all decisions on what is best for students. 

  2. We are committed to equity as a priority in all decisions. 

  3. We will not tolerate discrimination based on race, culture, gender, age, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, national origin, disability, or religion. 

  4. We will model and foster a culture of integrity and respect. 

  5. We will ensure our allocations of money, time, and talents are aligned with our beliefs. 

  6. We will practice and promote open, honest, and transparent communication with all stakeholders. 

  7. We will practice a growth mindset in our continuous improvement efforts. 

  8. We will ensure that students and staff members are provided with a safe environment that promotes wellness. 

  9. We will be responsible stewards to sustain our physical and natural resources. 

  10. We are committed to excellence.