Mission:
At Seven Hills Elementary we empower learners to be leaders by developing the whole person. As a community, we will aim high and persevere when the work is hard, knowing that together we WILL accomplish greatness.
Vision:
In preparation for future success, every student will leave their grade at or above grade level, no matter where they start, and all stakeholders will work in partnership to create a school where everyone feels valued, cared for and empowered to lead their own learning.
Core Beliefs:
At Seven Hills Elementary we believe:
• Everyone can be a leader
• Everyone has genius
• Educators empower students to lead their own learning
• In developing the whole person
• Change starts with me
The Principles of Learning:
- Effort produces achievement.
- Learning is about making connections.
- We learn with and through others.
- Learning takes time.
- Motivation matters.
The Principles of Teaching:
- The teacher matters.
- Focused teaching promotes accelerated learning.
- Clear expectations and continuous feedback activate learning.
- Good teaching builds on students' strengths and respects individuals' differences.
- Good teaching involves modeling what students should learn.
The Principles of Curriculum:
- The curriculum should focus on powerful knowledge.
- All students should experience a "Thinking Curriculum."
- The best results come from having an aligned instructional system.