About Our District

  • BELIEFS

    • We believe high quality, committed, and passionate teachers who embrace diversity are essential for student success.
    • We believe change is inevitable, and we must adapt to meet the evolving needs of our students and community.
    • We believe the success of every student requires nurturing the needs of the whole child.
    • We believe positive relationships yield success.
    • We believe shared beliefs and norms create an internally cohesive environment.
    • We believe a safe, secure environment is foundational to learning.

     

    MISSION STATEMENT

    Yazoo County Schools exist to create next generation leaders who pursue purposeful, productive lives.

     

     GOAL AREAS and GOAL STATEMENTS

    • Student Achievement

    We, along with the community, will provide opportunities for the success of each student by intentionally focusing on academic and extra-curricular abilities and celebrating achievement.

    • Human Resources

      We will recruit, develop, and retain a committed, passionate staff that positively impacts student learning.

    • Operational Effectiveness

      We will effectively and efficiently focus our resources to ensure equitable opportunities for all students and staff.

    • Safe and Orderly Climate

    We will foster an environment that ensures confidence in the safety of the whole child within our school community.