Mission Statement

The mission of the Staff Support Department is to provide all employees with the necessary staff development to enhance the skills needed to successfully perform their job. Teacher Support will also provide training for staff members who need course work to complete required credentials.

Vision Statement

Perkins International Academy of Excellence staffs have earned the required credentials to hold their positions. They have received sufficient training to be successful at their position. A majority of the students of the Perkins International Academy of Excellence will be at a proficient level.

Tenets and Core Beliefs

We believe...

• All employees are engaged in the endeavor of student learning.
• All employees can improve their knowledge base, performance skill level and their commitment to the profession.
• All employees must be life long learners.
• All teachers are the key agent of educational change; effective teaching is the cornerstone of educational reform.
• All professionals must engage in self and peer assessment, reflection and collaboration.
• All efforts must be made to provide effective support that offers mutual learning opportunities.