Guiding Principles of Education for the "Whole Child"
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Teacher expectation becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy. Expectations must be kept high so that we expect the most from each child; the child then expects the most from himself. A highly structured environment allows for flexibility within it to meet individual curricular and emotional needs. Positive reinforcement of a few rules set up each school year provides the framework for positive behavior in and out of the classroom. Teachers understand that developmental levels, individual differences and learning styles provide the basis for each child's grouping and daily work.
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Assessing, prescribing lessons, implementing them based on learning style and individual differences and then evaluating each session or lesson provides for each subsequent plan as the cycle repeats each day. Students will come to value the 3 R's as key to success in all other academic endeavors. Developing an appreciation for all Mother Nature affords us an understanding "the best things in life are free".
Understanding RulesWe will teach students to understand the need for rules, the need to follow them and develop respect for peers and teachers.
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History & PatriotismWe will teach knowledge of history so the students will develop respect for what our forefathers provided, patriotism, love of country, appreciation of our freedoms, exercising their right to vote.
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Arts, Nature, & HealthWe will teach a love of the arts through poetry, music, art and drama. We will teach a love of nature and the need to protect the environment. We will teach the value of physical fitness and a healthy lifestyle.
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