Our mission is to ensure high levels of achievement for all students as determined by state and national standards.
We commit to a comprehensive system of support to assure this outcome.

Academic Expectations - Students will:

• write effectively in a variety of forms, for different purposes, and to diverse audiences.
• read with fluency and understanding and develop an independent reading habit.
• demonstrate a facility with numbers, perform mathematical calculations accurately and apply mathematical operations effectively in a variety of situations.
• use technology effectively as a tool for accessing, organizing, analyzing and presenting information.
• formulate questions based on needs, interests and information and test hypotheses using appropriate research and data analysis.
• apply speaking and listening skills as a means of gathering information and communicating with others.
• compare and contrast cultures of the world with respect to art, music, language, history and other salient characteristics.
• reflect on their own work and understanding, identify strengths and weaknesses, and consider feedback from others.
• apply appropriate models and unifying principles to solve problems in a variety of contexts.
• monitor personal health and develop habits that lead to better health and fitness.

Social Expectations - Students will:

• empathize with other people and view events and decisions from multiple perspectives.
• collaborate effectively with self-directed teams of students.
• act in a respectful manner toward all members of the school community.
• speak with honesty and act with integrity.
• demonstrate initiative and motivation for learning.
• demonstrate responsibility for academic achievement and personal growth.
  
  

Civic Expectations - Students will:

• understand the rights and responsibilities of United States citizens.
• participate in community service.