Vision
- A vibrant and respected educator workforce that innovates, leads, and inspires.
- Learning environments that are safe and supportive for all.
- A pathway to success in school and in life for every student.
- Schools that are trusted centers of the community that foster meaningful civic participation and propel Maine’s economy.
- Schools that foster the potential for all to lead purposeful lives.
Mission
To promote the best learning opportunities for all Maine students by:
- Focusing on a whole student approach.
- Encouraging innovation.
- Respecting educators.
- Providing information, guidance, professional learning, and support to schools and educators.
- Providing adequate and equitable school funding and resources.
- Inspiring trust in our schools.
Strategic Priorities
- Inspire TRUST in our organization, and in our public education system
- Develop, support, and sustain a robust EDUCATOR WORKFORCE
- Promote EDUCATION, EXCELLENCE, and EQUITY for all Maine learners
- Ensure STUDENT and SCHOOL SAFETY, HEALTH, and WELLBEING
- Support a CULTURE OF INNOVATION and CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
- Build HEALTHY and COLLABORATIVE work environment, ENHANCING the potential of the Maine DOE.