Our district is committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion where every student feels valued, respected, and supported. Embracing diverse perspectives enriches the educational experience and prepares our students for a global society. We ensure equitable access to resources, opportunities, and support for all students, regardless of background.

Our mission is to fully and comprehensively prepare adolescents and adults of Burlington County:

• To respond to societal needs through the development of career and technical education programs reflecting the technological advances of the greater community while meeting the needs of both adolescent and adult learners.

• To provide programs enabling all students to become productive, self-fulfilled, lifelong learners.

• To develop and maintain reciprocal relationships with both civic and business communities.

• To support community-wide social, cultural, counseling and career and technical education training programs, while jointly developing apprenticeship and occupational training programs with local businesses, industries, and educational institutions.

• To position students for success in mastering the New Jersey Student Learning Standards in Grades 9 through 12 in a safe, secure, and caring environment.

In recognition of our efforts, the New Jersey Department of Education honored us with the prestigious Lighthouse Award for the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 school years. This award celebrates districts that demonstrate measurable progress with diverse groups of learners through community engagement and data-driven support.

Since receiving the Lighthouse Award, we have continued our efforts with initiatives such as student focus groups, staff training on implicit bias, restorative practices, culturally responsive teaching, and community book clubs. These initiatives ensure every student feels valued and equipped to succeed in a diverse environment.

We remain dedicated to providing high-quality education and opportunities for all students. Thank you to our stakeholders for their support in making our district a beacon of equity and excellence.