Mission:

The Puyallup School District, in partnership with our diverse communities, educates and inspires students to reach their full potential.

Vision:

Puyallup School District students will be:

 Skilled in successfully applying knowledge in all required subjects.

 Competent as critical and innovative thinkers able to analyze and solve complex problems.

 Engaged as life-long learners pursuing their goals and dreams.

 Successful as communicators and collaborators.

 Proficient in demonstrating an understanding of and a respect for individual differences.

 Prepared to transition to post-high school opportunities and be able to compete locally and globally.

 Skilled in making life cho•ices that are healthy and socially responsible.

 Motivated to strive for excellence.

About Us:

The Puyallup School District is the eighth largest district in the state of Washington, serving a population of approximately 122,806 residents. The district is located six miles east of Tacoma, 30 miles south of Seattle, and is situated in the heart of the Puyallup Valley.

The district has 21 elementary schools, seven junior high schools, three comprehensive senior high schools, and an alternative school, all of which serve more than 22,250 students.

The district employs approximately 1,350 certificated, 1,412 classified staff, and 706 substitute personnel.