Beliefs

Learning:

·        We believe that all stakeholders have a responsibility to provide challenging learning opportunities that keep a diverse student body actively engaged.

Instruction:

·        We believe that instruction is guided by state standards and is presented in a variety of approaches to address different learning styles.

Assessment:

·        We believe that the use of authentic and systematic assessment instruments allows us to effectively evaluate and guide instructional decisions regarding individual progress and the prescribed curriculum.

Decision Making:

·        We believe that a combined effort between the home, school, and community in school decision making is essential to school success.

Policy:

·        School stakeholders uphold system, state and federal laws and governing policies.

Social Environment: 

·        We believe all students can develop good character, open minds to new ideas, and hearts to tolerance

Common Mission

Through a strong focus on math, science, and technology, North Side Elementary School will provide an educational program that enables students to perform at or above grade level and to become productive members of society.

Shared Vision

The vision of North Side Elementary School is to provide every student an opportunity to create a strong educational foundation in which they can build upon as they become productive and successful adults.