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Our Mission, Vision & Shared Beliefs


Our Mission

The mission of Ogdensburg City School District is to provide access to meaningful and engaging opportunities that empower ALL to learn, create, contribute, and grow in a safe and welcoming environment.

Our Vision

Ogdensburg City School District envisions the district as a positive, safe community of learners who work collaboratively toward a common purpose of life long success.

Students will be supported to take ownership of their learning, develop self-advocacy skills and embrace individual and cultural differences.

As a result, graduates of the Ogdensburg City School District will be empowered to be responsible, respectful, and productive members of society.

Our Shared Beliefs

  • A strong sense of community is built upon the development of interpersonal skills and positive relationships with all stakeholders.
  • We provide access to, and opportunities for, meaningful student engagement in all aspects of student life.
  • We provide positive experiences and opportunities for students to be highly successful.
  • A successful student is a whole student, prepared to set and reach goals in life and contribute to their community.
  • Physical and emotional safety lead to high levels of achievement in our educational community.
  • All students deserve access to an academic program that guides each individual to reach their full potential.