Mission, Vision & Values
Our Mission: What We're All About
For over 20 years, CSTP provides professional development, project management, research and advocacy that is responsive to the evolving needs of educators and students while prioritizing work that serves those furthest from educational justice.
Leadership
Growth
Collaborative Partnerships
Responsiveness
Equity
About Us
CSTP is built on a strong foundation of professional leadership, reputable financial support and diverse community partnerships.
The CSTP professional staff is guided by a board of directors representing the parent, teacher, and advocacy communities of Washington state. CSTP collaborates with government, civic, and private industry organizations. Learn more about our current projects.
Our Vision
CSTP is a unique, innovative and independent Washington state nonprofit organization that helps build a strong, supported and effective teaching force for Washington’s students.
Since 2003, we have and continue to promote state and local policies and practices to help thriving, professional educators positively impact student learning.
Impactful Leaders
All students have an educator in front of them who highly values and respects their full humanity.
Valued Leaders
Teachers are recognized as influential and valuable leaders within the education system.
Ongoing, Responsive, and Relevant Training
Educators have access to responsive, ongoing, relevant training and resources based on current best practices in order to meet the evolving needs of their students and communities.
Build Relationships
Partnerships are fostered throughout the system among educators, educational organizations and policy makers.