About our District / Mission and Vision

Mission: In a partnership of family, school, and community, our mission is to provide all students equitable access to a high quality education and graduate students who are prepared to become productive members of society. We are committed to supporting cultural and linguistic diversity, deep student engagement, and the pursuit of lifelong learning.

Vision: The Rochester City School District's vision is to provide a high quality education that fosters the development of the individual talents and abilities of our students in a nurturing environment of equity.

The Rochester City School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status or political affiliation, and additionally does not discriminate against students on the basis of weight, gender identity, gender expression, and religious practices or any other basis prohibited by New York State and/or federal non-discrimination laws in employment or its programs and activities. The District provides equal access to community and youth organizations.