Core Beliefs: 

• All Children can learn and have the right to learn.
• We should educate the whole child.
• Numerous, varied opportunities should be provided for all students to learn.
• Students should see value and purpose in what they are learning.
• Students learn best when instruction is challenging, relevant, and achievable.
• All decisions concerning education should be based on what is best for the child, not what is easiest for the system.
• Learning should take place in a loving environment, void of negative criticism.
• Teaching and learning should be a collaborative effort.
• Teachers should seek opportunities to learn and grow.
• Teachers are called into the profession to teach, nurture, inspire, and prepare students to succeed and be lifelong learners.
• School should be a safe, supportive environment that is conductive to learning and essential for students’ success.
• All stakeholders should respect and cultivate differences.
• A strong partnership among all stakeholders is vital to the education of children.