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Department of Higher Education

• 27th largest school district in the U.S.• 100,600+ students• 14,400+ full-time employees, including 6,400+ teachersOur VisionAll JCPS students graduate prepared, empowered, and inspired to reach their full potential and contribute as thoughtful, responsible citizens of our diverse shared world.Our MissionTo challenge and engage each learner to grow through effective teaching and meaningful experiences with caring, supportive environmentsOur Core Values • Caring—All JCPS children are nurtured as if they are our own. • Equity—All students receive an education that gives them what they need to thrive through differentiated supports focused on removing social factors as a predictor of success. • Excellence—Empowering people to lead, create, and innovate is essential to creating a culture of excellence. • Respect—All students, staff, and families are treated with dignity and respect as members of a safe and welcoming learning community. • Individuality—Children learn differently and require personalized approaches to learning. • Diversity—Our diversity is a strength—differences of each are assets of the whole. • Opportunity—Effective teaching is the most powerful tool for engaging and motivating students to reach their full potential. • Creativity—The abilities to create, innovate, and solve challenging problems are critical skills for educators and children to develop and employ in teaching and learning. • Collaboration—Relationships, cooperation, and partnerships among students, staff, families, and community are fundamental to the success of our students. • Stewardship—Adults model integrity, respect, and responsibility through mindful stewardship of talents, resources, and time.We are a moving and improving district! Learn more here: http://www.jcpsky.net/JCPSConnect/