Mission Statement 

• High standards of craftsmanship
• Teaching that honours traditional tools and techniques
• A learning environment that is safe, welcoming, inclusive, and fun
• Respect for the environment through use of local materials
• Innovation and creativity in woodworking
• Partnerships that develop the community of woodworkers and traditional building trades
• Preservation of older and historic buildings
• Participation in the economic development of our community and region
• Commitment to Fort Worden as a center for lifelong learning

Our Vision:

• Be a leading center for education in woodworking and practical historic preservation
• Offer comprehensive vocational and avocational programs
• Attract excellent faculty
• Engage young people to become the next generation of craftspersons
• Offer scholarship programs to facilitate student access
• Occupy expanded teaching facilities 
• Engage with other nearby educational institutions to provide a component of vocational education in the traditional trades
• Place students in apprenticeship and mentoring programs
• Engage actively in the restoration of Fort Worden Buildings
• Maintain a professional staff and be governed by a policy-setting Board 

We're working on a strategic plan which is due to be reviewed by the board in late summer 2011. We'll share details when it has been approved.