Vision and Mission

The Sherman Center for Early Learning in Urban Communities developed and carried forward the following vision and mission from 2017 to 2024.

Vision:

Empowering schools, families, and communities to prepare Baltimore’s children for lifelong success.

Mission: 

Through multidisciplinary research, professional and leadership development, and partnerships with schools, families, and communities, the Center will help build a strong foundation for lifelong learning among young children in Baltimore City and develop best early childhood education practices for urban schools.