The Cape Henlopen School District prepares each student for a healthy, creative, and rewarding life in a diverse and global society by creating an educational environment which enables each student to achieve personal excellence and lifelong learning skills to become a productive and responsible citizen.

• Education is the key to productive and responsible living in our democratic society.
• All children can learn, but the rate at which they learn and how they learn differs.
• Education builds an understanding and respect for all cultures and ethnic groups in a global society.
• Effective education requires financial support and accountability at all levels.
• Quality staff is essential for student success.
• Effective education can be measured.
• School success requires a partnership of community and school resources.
• Learning in a nurturing and academically challenging environment builds character, enhances self-esteem and leads to success.
• Education and learning begin in the home with the family and require their ongoing involvement throughout the school years.