Mission Statement

We are an inclusive, student-centered learning community that fosters academic growth, resilience, and achievement while ensuring that every member experiences a sense of belonging, embraces challenge, and positively impacts their world

Vision Statement

An exceptional education that develops innovative thinkers, curious and empowered learners, and compassionate citizens 

Core Values

• Respectful and collaborative relationships

• Educational Equity

• Academic and personal excellence

• Community engagement

• High-quality teaching, learning, and leading

Vision of the Graduate

Canton Students are

• Innovative Thinkers

• Curious and Empowered Learners

• Compassionate Citizens

Developed Through

• Achievement

• Growth

• Resilience

Committed to

• Embracing Challenges

• Experiencing a Sense of Belonging

• Positively Impacting Their World 

Equal Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy

The Canton Public Schools is committed to equal education opportunity for all students. It is the goal of the Canton Public Schools to maintain a school environment free of harassment and/or discrimination based on race, color, religious creed, national origin, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, homelessness or any other class protected by state or federal law. The Canton Public Schools will not tolerate discrimination or harassment in any of its schools, including any school programs, services, or activities. The Canton Public Schools is committed to equal opportunity in school admission, admissions to courses, course content, guidance, and extracurricular and athletic activities. The Canton Public Schools does not discriminate in admission to its schools, access or treatment in its services, programs, and activities for any student.

Canton High is a member of the College Board (CEEB #220545) and is accredited through the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC)

School Hours

Classes begin at 8am and dismissal is at 2:29pm each day barring days with special schedules. 

• Students should enter through the Cafeteria each morning when arriving before 7:50am. 

• Between the hours of 7:50am and the 2:29pm dismissal, all entries must be through the Main Entrance. 

• Students are expected to vacate the building by 3:15pm except for students who remain for extra-curricular activities, library use, teacher assistance, or detention. 

• Students should obtain their belongings prior to attending afterschool activities as the building will not be accessible.

• Students engaging in any extracurricular activities must be under the supervision of a staff member (teacher, coach, advisor). 

Daily Bell Schedule and Period Rotation