We are a nontraditional high school specializing in transition services for our students. We offer a unique high school program with emphasis on preparing our students for life after high school. It is from this emphasis that we adopted our student motto, "Learning Today for a Better Tomorrow " and our staff theme, "Moving Up, Moving On, and Moving Out" Vision and Mission Statements Vision: Students, parents, teachers, staff and the community are valued as unified partners in providing opportunities for vocational training and transitional planning. As partners, we develop tomorrow's citizens, parents, and leaders. Mission: The mission of Carter High School is to provide a caring and positive environment where students with special needs feel empowered to recognize and optimize their potential through an emphasis on 21st century learning techniques, communication skills, self-advocacy, and transitional awareness.