High School Principal, Vallejo High School

Vision, Mission and Core Beliefs and Values Our Vision To be the schools that are the pride of the community, the envy of the region, and the launch pad of bright and amazing futures and productive and fulfilling lives for all our Vallejo students. Our Mission To meet our students and families where they are and to provide a high-quality, rich educational experience that seeks to elevate each student’s potential and connect to each student’s passion providing a strong foundation for a productive and fulfilling future on the pathway of their choice. Core Beliefs and Values All students will learn in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment that validates, respects, and honors their unique backgrounds, interests, and identities. We believe: That the crippling effects of systemic racism, discrimination, and marginalization have negatively impacted our students, our families, and our community. WE STAND FOR universal respect, full inclusion and full equity in our schools and practices. That every child is gifted and every child is a gift, and that every student is worthy and capable of learning and achieving in a rigorous, world-class learning environment. WE... STAND FOR the highest standards and expected efforts from all students, teachers, and staff. That schools are the center of community life and community aspirations, and that schools are established in service to the community and its families. WE STAND FOR community-responsive, community-centered, and community-enhancing schooling and service for the city of Vallejo. That the conditions of learning and allocation of resources must reflect the values and aspirations we hold, the imperatives of student learning and support, and the sustainability of our efforts on behalf of our students. WE STAND FOR quality and excellence in our learning environments and responsible and accountable stewardship of our resources. That the world of the future will demand thoughtful, inquisitive, learned, engaged, literate, eloquent, compassionate, courageous, and creative citizens and contributors to an ever-changing society. WE STAND FOR a well-rounded, inquiry-based, culturally-responsive, and intellectually-rigorous course of study delivered by expert educators dedicated to developing these traits and caring for their students. That our people—students, teachers, staff, and leaders—are our greatest resource. WE STAND FOR developing and equipping our people to be the best they can be for our students.