Maurice Cotton

Wicomico County Board of Education

MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the Wicomico County Public School System is to provide all students an educational foundation and a set of skills which will enable them to become responsible and productive citizens in our society. VISION STATEMENT Our vision is to educate each student to his or her full potential EDUCATIONAL PHILOSOPHY Public education in Wicomico County is based on the democratic principle that students have, by right, the opportunity to develop their potential to the fullest. While the pursuit of education is a right, a privilege and a responsibility that is shared by the school, the student, the home, and religious and other community entities, the primary responsibility for this educational development lies with the student and the school. It is acknowledged that individuals vary greatly in their needs and abilities. Consequently, the school system has the obligation to provide diversified and well-balanced programs. Continued on www.wcboe.org