Riverside High School Vision/Mission Statement

The Riverside High School family, consisting of students, teachers, parents, and

community members, will provide a safe learning environment in which all students

make continuous academic, social, emotional, and developmental progress. Each student

will be valued as an individual with the opportunity and responsibility to identify and

pursue her or his individual abilities, interests, and goals.

The overarching goal for each student is to earn a graduating diploma which signifies she

or he has successfully completed the rigorous curriculum set forth by the Riverside

Faculty, Durham Public Schools, and the North Carolina Department of Public

Instruction. This curriculum has been designed to develop within each student the ability

to think and read critically, write effectively, problem solve, utilize current and future

technologies, conduct research, and function as a productive and responsible member

within our 21st century society.

Our mission is to afford each student the opportunity and means needed to acquire the

skills she or he desires to successfully transition into adulthood with a strong emphasis on

each student successfully pursing post-secondary education.

Riverside High School Student Services Mission Statement

The Riverside High School Student Services Staff supports the School Mission by:

Encouraging all students to take an active role in their academic success;

Empowering students to reach their highest potential;

Promoting the development of positive social skills;

Exploring career options and job opportunities;

Assisting in the selection of colleges, scholarships and financial assistance.