To enable students to reach their intellectual, social, aesthetic and physical potential in challenging and stimulating settings which reflect the worth of each individual and promote mutual respect, co-operation and social responsibility.

• We value childhood as a unique and special time.
• We believe in being strong advocates for the rights of children.
• We believe that children should be empowered to recognize and exercise their rights
• We believe learning is enhanced by learner involvement and commitment.
• We value the active participation of parents in the education of their children.
• We value the role of the teacher as central in the provision of the learning program.
• We believe that schools should provide a safe, secure and hunger-free environment.
• We believe that school buildings should be safe, attractive, comfortable and of enduring quality.
• We believe in co-operation, respect for others and development of social responsibility.
• We value the diverse and evolving multicultural nature of Vancouver.
• We believe that education has an important role to play in the preservation, protection and enhancement of the environment.
• We believe in providing opportunities for students to acquire the skills, knowledge and attitudes necessary to participate in the social, cultural, political and economic systems of a free and democratic society.
• We believe in the provision of a wide range of programs, services and resources to meet the needs, interests and abilities of all learners. We believe in fair and equitable distribution of resources.
• We believe that educational environments must be flexible and responsive to change.
• We value the strong commitment of staff and believe in their participation in all facets of the school system.
• We believe in supporting the health and well-being of staff.
• We believe in the dignity of the individual and the development of self-esteem.
• We value the contribution of each individual. We believe in educating the whole person.
• We believe in equitable treatment for all individuals regardless of race, culture, gender, religion, socio-economic status, sexual orientation or physical or mental ability.
• We believe in equal opportunity and equal access to the best possible education in a supportive, positive and challenging environment.
• We believe in life long learning.
• We believe in managing change through planning and leadership.  We believe in fostering a sense of community.
• We believe that a school should be able to receive all the Neighbourhood children who choose to attend.
• We believe in a consultation process that involves parents, students, staff and the wider community.
• We believe in utilizing community resources and we value a strong association with business, labour and community agencies.
• We believe in being accountable to the community and we value and promote open communications.
• We believe in a commitment to excellence.