- Every child has unlimited potential. Each child has the ability to increase his or her capacity to learn.
- It is a privilege to be surrounded by children. Every child deserves the opportunity to have a teacher who loves and cares for him or her unconditionally.
- Parents are a child’s first and most important teacher. When parents and teachers work together, success results. It is critical for us to involve as many parents and family members as possible in the life of our school.
- Everyone is unique. We respect and value the diversity of every classroom and its students.
- Every child needs real-life learning experiences. Each real-life experience reflects meaning, purpose, and value.
- Learning is a lifelong process. Adults and children learn something new every day. Our own learning is of equal importance to that of our children.
- We hold ourselves and each child to high standards. In every aspect of our classroom and school, we recognize and require high standards.
- Every staff member counts and impacts the life of a child. No matter our position, each of us makes a difference. We are focused and strong, enabling us to make good decisions about programs and procedures. Everyone has a role to play and is of great value.
- We model the behavior we desire. The way we dress, present ourselves, and care for one another heavily impacts our children.
- Our language transforms our school. We are mindful of how we talk to and about each child, staff member, and parent.
- Literature is one of the most powerful teaching tools. Good literature adds humanity and compassion to our school. Carefully selected literature can help foster a caring social tone within our school community.
- Humor and hearty laughter create a joyful social tone. Our school is an inviting and welcoming place. Hearty laughter and a sense of humor encourage this environment.