Waddell Elementary School Mission Statement
 

 (Revised in 2003 as part of SACS continuing Accreditation)

 

The mission of Harrington Waddell Elementary School is to create and nurture a community of life-long learners by providing progressive educational opportunities and challenging experiences that are responsive to the needs and talents of all students.

Belief Statements

• Each student is a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional and intellectual needs.

• A student’s self-esteem is enhanced by positive relationships and mutual respect among and between students and staff.

• Students learn in different ways and should be provided with a variety of instructional approaches to support their learning.

• Students learn best when they are actively engaged in the learning process.

• Curriculum and instructional practices should incorporate a variety of learning activities to accommodate differences in learning styles.

• All students can learn.