The 21st century is filled with opportunities and possibilities for today's students. Students must be engaged, encouraged, and guided towards excellence. The Flight to Excellence details what is necessary in order to chart a course to success. Every student who embarks upon this journey is capable of arriving at his or her chosen destination, but students must not travel alone. A host of stakeholders are responsible for accompanying them on their journey and ensuring that every student arrives safely. The Flight to Excellence transcends time, space, and distance. It is a journey, which requires that a commitment to excellence serve as a guarantee for students. When stakeholders provision for students in a manner appropriate to the needs of the future, we can guarantee their success. We cannot prepare the future for our students-but we can prepare our students for the future. We can launch them on a Flight to Excellence and guarantee success for all students in the 21st century.