WE BELIEVE...

VALUE, VISION, MISSION
 

Values

We, the East Ramapo education community, value:

• the pursuit of academic excellence

• collaborative relationships among individuals and groups

• the richness of our diversity

• addressing the needs of all students

• a safe and nurturing environment

• creative and critically-thinking individuals

• involvement in local and global issues

• respect for oneself and others, and

• ethical behavior

Vision

The values that form our foundation allow us to envision a school district that utilize the richness of its diversity to meet the needs of all students in a global society.  We will work toward harmonious partnerships that provide a community involvement that build upon scholastic excellence, cultural appreciation, and ethical behavior among individuals who are committed to lifelong learning and a positive future.

Mission

Our mission, as the East Ramapo Central School District, is to make our district more child-centered in an environment of excellence for students and staff, marked by high expectations through an open team approach involving teachers, administrators, support staff, parents, and students in a process that will identify the goals and develop strategies to meet them in our schools.