Dear Rocket Family,

When we adopted the #BelieveInBlue tagline last year, we couldn’t imagine the profound and far-reaching impact it would have on the decisions we make daily in our district. We believe in our vision. We believe in our mission. And we believe in our core values. Most importantly, however, we believe in our students, our staff, and our community. The word “believe” carries great significance and meaning, and we have chosen to keep it as a centerpiece of our culture.

This year, our schools and district leadership teams, joined by parent, student, and community members, united to re-imagine our strategic plan. Through the process, we created a new shared vision:  to launch students to success in an ever-evolving world. Now, more than ever, that vision is more than just a want; it is a need. We are preparing students to work in professions and industries that don’t yet exist, but we know that the timeless skills of cooperation, collaboration, critical thinking, and problem-solving will equip them to thrive in any environment.

Our mission is Committed to Cultivating Success.  We achieve that by instilling our core values in each other and in our students. We put Kids First. They are at the heart of every decision we make. We pursue Excellence. We strive to be better tomorrow than we are today. We place a strong emphasis on Relationships. We nurture positive connections by treating others with empathy, compassion, and respect. Safety is our top focus. We prioritize the physical and mental well-being of our Rocket family. We celebrate Tradition. We take pride in our identity as Rockets by honoring our history as we invest in our future. 

We wholeheartedly believe in our students, our staff, our parents, and our community, and we invite you to #BelieveInBlue with us as we look forward to another great year of learning and growth.

Superintendent Tonya Driver