Mission
The mission of the Poughkeepsie City School District is to ensure that each child demonstrates high levels of academic performance and shows emotional and social growth. We will provide students with diverse and empowering experiences in an environment that supports and values learning. As a result, each child will advance toward his or her unique potential.

Vision
-The Poughkeepsie City School District is an exemplary district committed to the belief that all children can and will learn at a high level that enables them to compete in and contribute to a diverse global society.
-Our academic programs challenge all students to actively engage in exciting and varied learning experiences that enable them to earn recognition for their academic achievement.
-Our staff effectively promotes and expects student success.
All of our students develop deep and enduring value for the contributions of people from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds and those of differing ages, genders and abilities.
-The Poughkeepsie City School District engages parents and the community in meaningful support and reinforcement of academic achievement for all students.