Vision and Mission

PDSD is a dual language community that supports the wellbeing and engagement of all students

PHOENIX DAY SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF

We, the Phoenix Day School for the Deaf community, promise to cultivate an environment that …

Honors the well-being of its students, families, staff and community members by:
* Instilling a sense of pride, unity and appreciation of Deaf culture
* Providing a safe, clean and well-structured environment
* Respecting quality relationships that are healthy and positive
* Nurturing the unique journey of each Deaf and Hard of Hearing child
* Committing to dual language development in ASL and English
* Celebrating accomplishments of individual and group goals

Promotes academic engagement of its students, families, staff and community members by:
* Cultivating purposeful community involvement
* Valuing strong family partnerships and cultural diversity
* Communicating in a respectful, constructive and open manner
* Focusing on intentional and consistent development
* Achieving academic excellence through Active Participation
* Implementing creative and differentiated instruction
* Maintaining a growth mindset wherein skills and abilities of all are developed

Believes in success of its students, families, staff and community members by:
* Upholding high expectations
* Fostering independence
* Applying learned skills
* Empowering all stakeholders to be accountable
* Inspiring confidence for lifelong learning
* Preparing college- and career-ready graduates