Creating a mission statement every year with my students is, without a doubt, the single most valuable activity I do in my classroom and the most powerful move I make to establish a sense of purpose. This 23-page resource introduces the concept of a mission statement, describes the many benefits of writing one, spells out the steps involved in the drafting process, and explains how to use the document as an indispensable reference point throughout the year to create a positive, productive classr