- Risk-taking, innovation, fundraising and resource development will become embedded in the culture of the Iowa Valley District.
- We will enhance existing programs and develop new programs focusing on expansion of our student market base.
- Our programs will be distinctive in a crowded educational environment and will seize the attention of outside funding sources.
IVCCD Mission
The mission of IVCCD is based on the provisions of Chapter 260C.1 in the Code of Iowa as adopted by the IVCCD Board of Directors. The District seeks to fulfill its mission by providing:
- the first two years of college work, including pre-professional education.
- vocational and technical training.
- programs for in-service training and retraining of workers.
- programs for high school completion for students of post-high school age.
- programs for all students of high school age who may best serve themselves by enrolling for vocational and technical training while also enrolled in a local high school, public or private.
- programs for students of high school age to provide advanced college placement courses not taught at a student's high school while the student is also enrolled in the high school.
- student personnel services.
- community services.
- vocational education for persons who have academic, socioeconomic, or other disabilities which prevent succeeding in regular vocational education programs.
- training, retraining and all necessary preparation for productive employment of all citizens.
- vocational and technical training for persons who are not enrolled in a high school and who have not completed high school.
- developmental education for persons who are academically or personally underprepared to succeed in their program of study.
IVCCD Core Values
Educational Excellence – We teach. We serve our students by offering distinctive educational programs and support services in a stimulating environment. We accommodate different learning styles, we value the diversity in our midst, and we are committed to helping students achieve their goals.
Leadership & Communication – We trust. We challenge everyone to take responsibility for demonstrating frequent and effective communication. Our strength and integrity depend on our willingness to be accountable to each other and our stakeholders.
Partnerships – We build. We construct effective alliances that create educational opportunities, strengthen our partners, and spark economic development.
Recognition & Success – We celebrate. We recognize the outstanding achievements of our students, employees, and friends. As the IVCCD family, we also appreciate and respect the day-to-day contributions of all our fellow employees.
Growth – We take risks. We are committed to innovation and planning that makes wise use of our resources and attracts outside funding.
Quality – We AQIP. We are committed to continuous quality improvement in all that we do.