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AFG is an accreditation process that uses strategic planning as a vehicle for school improvement and growth in student performance.
AFG requires the school to base its objectives on a vision of a preferred future.
AFG provides for a continuous review of programs and services and allows all members of the school’s constituency to participate in the future of the school.

Vision: …What we want to be and do in the coming years.
	Laurel High School will create an academically challenging environment where students from every culture and walk of life can live together, learn together and celebrate each other’s victories.
Mission: …Why we exist, what our purpose is, and what we do.
	The mission of Laurel High School is to foster lifelong learning and to provide all of its students with the skills needed to achieve at their highest level of academic success in accordance with local, state, and national standards of educational excellence. This goal is met, in partnership with family and community, through establishment of educational objectives; assurance of a safe, supportive learning environment; recognition of both our cultural diversity and the surrounding global society; and attention to each student’s future success in the workplace and in the world.
Beliefs: …Our fundamental convictions, values and character.
	· Excellence is achieved through high expectations and accountability. · The school, parents, and local community share the responsibility for our children’s future. · Productive relationships depend on mutual respect, trust, honest communication, and self-worth. · Understanding cultural diversity enriches the individual and the community. · Today’s society is global and technology driven. · Responsible citizenship requires knowledge, skills and understanding of the world around them.

Laurel High School, the oldest high school in Prince George's County, Maryland is located in the northern-most part of the county in beautiful Laurel, Maryland.

Situated within excellent proximity of Baltimore, Maryland and Washington, DC, Laurel High School provides its students with a wealth of opportunities made possible by the outstanding administration, staff and faculty as well as the surrounding community with its wealth of resources and support to our school.

Our Alumni continue to support both the school and the community through the tradition of excellence that has been carried from their experiences at LHS into careers in business, academics, government, the arts, law enforcement and technology, to name just a few.

Today's Laurel High School students continue the tradition of excellence in academics, extra-curricular and community activities and service as well as athletics.

Our ever-present and able PTSA Organization provides valuable support to staff, parents and students as we work towards excellence in education.