Mission
The mission of Benjamin E. Mays High School is to maintain the highest level of academic excellence as a community in order to prepare every student to become life-long learners as well as productive citizens.

Vision
The vision of Benjamin E. Mays is to establish a 21st century learning environment where students feel secure, nurtured, academically and physically challenged by a rich, rigorous curriculum that exposes students to current technology and trends. This environment will enable and prepare students to become healthy, caring, sharing, and productive members of society.

Beliefs
* Student learning is a lifelong process and the chief priority of the school.
* Students learn best when they are actively engaged in the learning process.
* A safe, comfortable and nurturing environment promotes student learning.
* Clearly defined expectations, coupled with a challenging curriculum which is set at a high but -----achievable level, fosters student success.
* Having sufficient time to learn and appropriate support are critical enablers.
* The quality of education depends upon the quality of the teachers in the classroom.
* The appropriate utilization of technology optimizes student achievement.
* Desired student outcomes can best be achieved through support.
* Faculty must be exposed to ongoing professional development.
* Relationships of mutual respect enhance teaching and learning.
* Adequate staff, facilities, funds and resources must be provided in order to maximize individual ---student achievement.