Ithaca Public Schools’ mission is to ensure the highest levels of learning in a positive, safe, community-rich environment while building on strengths, encouraging accountability, and helping all learners fulfill their potential.

To achieve the Ithaca Public Schools mission, we envision a school in which we:

• Provide rigorous academics in every discipline in a supportive and engaging environment,

• Provide the tools needed to be a productive member of society,

• Set clear, high expectations for behavior and academic achievement with measured, consistent accountability,

• Provide a welcoming and safe environment,

• Communicate and collaborate effectively and regularly,

• Promote leadership at all levels, and

• Encourage a growth mindset with a passion for learning through exploration and experimentation.