About Us

  

Mission Statement

The Wake County Public School System will significantly increase achievement for all students by providing a world-class education that equips students with the knowledge and expertise to become successful, productive citizens.

Vision Statement

At SLES, our community will foster an inclusive, environment built on respect, trust, and collaboration where every voice is valued and together we thrive. 

Core Value and Beliefs

SPLASH

S - Supportive
P - Positive
L - Loving
A - Accepting
S - Safe
H - Happy

Core Beliefs

1. Every student is uniquely capable and deserves to be challenged and engaged in relevant, rigorous, and meaningful learning each day.
2. Every student is expected to learn, grow, and succeed while we will eliminate the ability to predict achievement based on socioeconomic status, race, and ethnicity.
3. Well-supported, highly effective, and dedicated principals, teachers, and staff are essential to success for all students.
4. The Board of Education, superintendent, and all staff, while sustaining best practices, will promote and support a culture of continuous improvement, risk-taking, and innovation that results in a high-performing organization focused on student achievement, well-being, and student agency. 
5. The Board of Education, superintendent, and all staff value a diverse school community that is inviting, respectful, inclusive, flexible, and supportive.
6. The Wake County residents value a strong public school system and will partner to provide the support and resources to fully realize our shared vision, accomplish the mission, and sustain our core beliefs.
7. All students and staff deserve to work in an optimal learning environments supported by sufficent resources, well maintained facilities, and sustainable operational systems.