Guiding Principles
At the heart of our school is a bold vision: igniting minds, nurturing hearts, and preparing students for the futures they aspire to build.
We’re committed to recognizing each child’s unique potential and equipping them to thrive in a changing world. Our mission—partnering with students, families, and the community to spark curiosity and engage in work that matters—guides everything we do. Together, we’re cultivating a vibrant learning environment where curiosity leads to impact and every student has a clear sense of belonging.
We will achieve this bold plan by living out our Vision, Mission and Values:
Vision
Igniting minds, nurturing hearts, and preparing students for the futures they aspire to build.
Mission
We partner with students, families and the community to spark curiosity and engage in work that matters.
Values
- Everyone is a learner, including teachers, students, staff and parents.
- We create access to opportunity and success, regardless of identity markers like race, gender, income or religion.
- We empower student voices, fostering agency and collaboration.
- We courageously embrace change and challenges, showing up as our best selves in honest conversations.
- We take time to celebrate successes and experience joy.
Looking Ahead
At CCDS we are excited about the future of education! In our steadfast commitment to continuous improvement and fostering a dynamic learning environment, we have developed a new strategic plan, the "Framework for the Future" which will guide our efforts over the next several years.