The mission of School Administrative Unit #35, in concert with its member districts and their students, families and broader communities, is to prepare all students to be responsible citizens and afford them the opportunity to acquire the skills, knowledge, and abilities necessary to make informed decisions that lead to meaningful and productive lives.

Here is what we believe:

• All children can learn and achieve.
• All schools and districts must be physically, fiscally and educationally effective.
• Appropriate and equitable tools, resources and educational programs must be provided.
• High standards and expectations must be maintained through a system of accountability for all students, staff, and school districts.
• All students must have an opportunity for high quality education in the least restrictive environment necessary to realize their potential.
• Respect for each individual is fundamental to teaching and learning.
• Upon graduation, all students must have the skills necessary to make a successful transition from school to careers and/or higher education.
• Parent, family, community and business engagement is critical for students to succeed.
• Schools must be safe, civil, and drug free.
• Quality faculty and other staff are essential to excellence.
• Students must be active participants in their education.