» Vision, Mission, and Values

For nearly a decade, The Spartanburg Academic Movement has sharpened its focus considerably to continue work in our five Collaborative Action Network (CAN) areas of kindergarten readiness, third grade reading, eighth grade math, high school graduation rates and post-secondary education. SAM has formed the Postsecondary Educational Attainment Steering Committee to guide the next phase of work and community investment and mobilize the county around five outcomes. SAM’s vision, mission and values are clear and direct our work to ensure Spartanburg County’s children reach academic and life success.

R.E.A.C.H.

RESULTS

We believe in using local research and data to drive community action for continuous improvement. EQUITY

We believe equal opportunity is a basic right and view all aspects of our work through an equity lens. ADVOCACY

We believe in amplifying the voice for public education while shepherding equitable policies on behalf of all children.

COLLABORATION

We believe education is a shared responsibility of the community with families as our most important partners.

HUMANITY

We believe in the dignity and self-worth of every individual and leading with a humble and compassionate heart.

OUR VISION

ECONOMIC MOBILITY ANCHORED IN ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT… COUNTYWIDE…CRADLE THROUGH CAREER

OUR MISSION

WE ENSURE SPARTANBURG COUNTY’S CHILDREN AND YOUTH REACH ACADEMIC AND LIFE SUCCESS BY CONVENING PARTNERS, ALIGNING RESOURCES AND DRIVING EQUITY.

OUR VALUES

REACH - TO PICK UP, DRAW TO, EXTEND; A CONTINUOUS STRETCH