The mission of the District of Columbia State Board of Education (SBOE) is to provide policy leadership, support, advocacy, and oversight of public education to ensure that every student is valued and gains the skills and knowledge necessary to become an informed, competent, and contributing global citizen.

SBOE views its role in the achievement of this mission as one shared responsibility, whereby it engages families, students, educators, community members, elected officials, and business leaders to play a vital role in preparing every child for college and/or career success.