Instructional Services

Teaching students is – of course – the primary focus of Suffolk Public Schools.  The instruction department provides leadership for classroom teachers and school administrators as they work together to improve student achievement.  This leadership involves efforts to provide top-notch instruction to students from pre-school through high school graduation.

The instruction department seeks to ensure that Suffolk Public Schools fulfills its vision, mission and priority focus areas each and every day.

Vision
The vision of Suffolk Public Schools is that all students will become life-long learners equipped with the skills, knowledge and attitudes to succeed as productive citizens in a local, national and global society.

Mission
The mission of Suffolk Public Schools

1. To partner with the community
2. To provide an effective educational experience
3. To prepare every student to find success in our complex society

• To provide challenging academic standards for all students
• To provide quality support services for all students
• To enhance the training, recruitment, and retention of highly qualified staff
• To support accountability and continuous improvement in all  schools
• To promote parent/community involvement
• To enhance the use of technology                                                                                                                  
• To provide adequate school facilities

Suffolk Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies.

Kevin L. Alston, Assistant Superintendent of Administrative Services
100 N. Main Street
P.O. Box 1549
Suffolk, VA 23434

Phone: (757) 925-6750
Email: kevinalston@spsk12.net