Mission Statement
The Wallingford-Swarthmore School District is committed to assuring the academic achievement and personal growth of all students within an environment that promotes:
Respect for self and others
Active engagement in learning
Leadership in the global community
The pursuit of excellence
Vision: Our vision is to develop a world-class school district that provides students with the skills to succeed in a changing global environment. This vision will be realized through a commitment to high-quality programs and continuous improvement based upon careful analysis and integration of the most effective practices.
Beliefs: Our deepest convictions and values:
All people have equal worth
All individuals can be successful learners
People learn in different ways and at different rates
Learning is a lifelong pursuit
Individuals learn best when actively engaged in the learning process
High expectations yield high results
Education is the shared responsibility of the student, family, school, and greater community
Each person bears responsibility for the well-being of society and the quality of the environment
Diversity of culture and belief enriches and strengthens our community
Society benefits when individual rights are balanced with social responsibilities
Ethical conduct is essential to the quality of life
High-quality public education directly benefits the entire community and is essential for a democratic society
