Quality Assurance

Mission

The mission of the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind is to utilize all available talent, energy, and resources to provide free appropriate public education for eligible sensory-impaired students of Florida. As a school of academic excellence, the School shall strive to provide students an opportunity to access education services in a caring, safe, unique learning environment to prepare them to be literate, employable, and independent life-long learners. The School shall provide outreach services that include collaboration with district school boards and shall encourage input from students, staff, parents, and the community. As a diverse organization, the School shall foster respect and understanding for each individual.

Vision

As a recognized leader in educational programs and services for students who are deaf or blind, we are committed to providing unique learning experiences as we strive to empower students with the knowledge and skills to become self-confident and independent citizens. On a campus of unparalleled beauty, we employ enthusiastic, dedicated, and highly qualified staff; provide innovative instructional methods and materials; and integrate leading edge technology. We maintain strong partnerships with our families and the community, and serve as a comprehensive resource throughout the State of Florida and beyond. Our pride and passion for excellence are evident in our learning, living, and working environment.

Organizational Values

Safety and Security: We pledge to provide the highest possible level of security for students and staff while maintaining a positive, safe, constructive learning, living, and working environment.
Innovation: We value creativity and innovation in education and seek new ways to improve and enhance services to stakeholders through responsible risk taking.
Service: We pledge to provide quality service to FSDB students, families, staff, and community partners in a competent and courteous manner.
Professional Development: We believe that education and training are an investment in our school’s future. Through professional growth, we will continue to have the essential knowledge and skills to perform our duties to meet the needs of our students and others we serve.
Integrity: We base our decisions and actions on fair, ethical, and honest standards.
Individual Learning Needs: We believe our students have unique learning needs and styles. Once identified, we adapt and implement strategies to meet these needs.
Respect: We treat others in a fair and courteous manner and give open-minded consideration to ideas expressed by others.
Accessibility: We foster an environment that welcomes communication and varying perspectives. We are sensitive to the needs of individuals.
Compassion: We share a passionate dedication and a caring commitment to our students.