Mission

 

Our Shared Vision

 

The Westbrook School Department believes that education is a partnership among students, staff, families, and the community. We encourage self-directed learning and individual excellence through student centered activities and interdisciplinary connections. Within a framework of high expectations, the school environment allows for a variety of opportunities for students to demonstrate what they have learned. As partners in learning, we all share the responsibility to make this vision a reality in a changing world.

 

Our Guiding Principles

As a school community, we:

 

Create an equitable school community where opportunities are accessible to all children and adults

 

Develop a culture that fosters joy, collaboration, communication, community partnerships, accountability, and high standards

 

Nurture and environment where all students learn at high levels of achievement, demonstrate personal growth and effectively express their voices

 

Set high standard and monitor accountability for all students and employees

 

Work to attract, nurture, celebrate, support, and retain committed, highly qualified administrators, teachers, and staff who are reflective of our students’ identities and diverse community.

 

Foster a community of belonging, resilience and self-esteem

 

Develop personal responsibility, positive behavior, and restorative practices that support social emotional learning and development

 

Share the responsibility, positive behavior, and restorative practices that support social and emotional learning and development

 

Share the responsibility for learning among home, school and community

 

Manage facilities and finances thoughtfully and intentionally, plan for ongoing improvements and provide for safe and cost-effective learning environments