Mission Statement

The mission statement describes the purpose of the Red Bank Education and Development Initiative, and was created by Initiative members on December 1, 2001. The mission statement is as follows:

This mission statement is noteworthy for several reasons. First, it puts the focus squarely on academic success. Second, it acknowledges that success must be defined in terms of all Red Bank children, and that all children can and must learn. Third, it sets a goal of being competitive with the best, not simply "improving". Finally, it recognizes that promoting cultural awareness and healthy social interactions are important objectives in a culturally and economically diverse town like Red Bank.

Vision Statements

Initiative members collectively determined the desired future state of child education and development in Red Bank. Members have described this future in a series of vision statements. The following summary is drawn from the vision statements created by Initiative members:

Ø All Red Bank schools will be models of success for others to follow. The board, administration, teachers and parents will be mutually supportive, and will work together to promote student welfare. Teachers will have the highest expectations for their students, and students will take responsibility for their own learning.

Ø Red Bank students will perform at a level competitive with the best-performing districts. Students will have a passion for learning, and will be effective working individually and with others.

Ø Red Bank families will have the resources necessary to raise and educate their children. Parents and other care-givers will be involved and supportive of their children’s participation in school, recreation and enrichment activities. Local businesses and other community resources will play a vital role in supporting education and development of Red Bank children.

Ø All Red Bank children and families will have knowledge of, access to, and willingness to participate in quality programs for recreation, cultural enrichment, counseling, and nutrition and medical services.