L.V. Rogers Secondary School recognizes the unique position it occupies within the SD8 community. As the only senior secondary school serving the immediate Nelson area, the staff and administration appreciate the necessity for developing educational programs that are responsive to the social and economic conditions of the district.

To this end, the school aims to:

• Provide an atmosphere conducive to individual growth so that students  develop intellectually, physically, socially, culturally, and emotionally;
• Facilitate the development of self-confidence, emotional well-being, responsibility, excellence, dependability, honesty, and respect;
• Provide the opportunity to acquire skills that will enable the student to become a life-long learner and contribute effectively to society; and
• Provide information and encouraging the growth of decision-making and problem solving skills that will enable students to make effective personal choices.

L.V. Rogers Secondary School encourages each student to achieve excellence in all areas, and to develop their individual potential. The school attempts to ensure that students are equipped with the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to function effectively in society.