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• ADELAIDE L. SANFORD CHARTER SCHOOL

  
  

  The mission of the Adelaide L. Sanford Charter School is to ensure that young people in Newark reach their highest educational potential through a standards based curriculum; a school culture of achievement and a continuous improvement; and a nurturing environment - all of which will enable our students to become Newark's future leaders and core professionals. We are both African and patriotic Americans. Our ancestors have diligently and heroically fought in every U.S. war, and we too must diligently uphold the American dream of freedom, justice, and equality for all. We are humanitarian leaders in the multicultural dream. Dr. Ivan Van Sertima of Rutgers University taught us that: "We were here before Columbus." Dr. Martin Luther King says that "your culture is your sense of being, and your civilization is your technology." ... to be as our creator made us, with a mind to study to show ourselves approved, African in body, moral in soul, and renewed in spirit. As dedicated Americans we unite our country with these humanitarian global interests in a world that is getting smaller and smaller due to advancements in space age technology. We strive to equip our children with the tools that would enable them to pursue the American Dream whilst being rooted in a strong sense of self and self worth.

• BELLEVILLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

  
  

  BellevilleSchools.org is the official web site for the Belleville Public School System. This site is a source for information about the school district, district news, alerts, notices, events and the board of education.

• BLOOMFIELD BOARD OF EDUCATION

  
  

  OUR MISSION-The Bloomfield Public School district, a culturally diverse system, is committed through cooperative efforts within an educational community to provide an equal opportunity for all learners to achieve individual success and to be prepared to meet the needs of an evolving Society.OUR PHILOSOPHY-The Bloomfield Public Schools are organized to meet the needs of the students from the time they enter kindergarten until they graduate from high school. Teachers and administrators are sincerely interested in the welfare and progress of each individual. The students who attend our schools come first. We have an obligation to provide a cost-effective education program that meets the instructional needs of each student. It is also our responsibility to welcome the children into an educational environment that is conducive to the teaching/learning process. The positive learning environment is created to assist students in developing to their fullest potential.

• BURCH CHARTER SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE

  
  

  The Burch Charter School of Excellence prohibits acts of harassment, intimidation or bullying among students, staff and visitors.A safe and civil environment in school is necessary for students to learn and achieve high academic standards; harassment, intimidation or bullying, like other disruptive or violent behaviors, is conduct that disrupts both a student’s ability to learn and a school’s ability to educate its students in a safe environment; and students learn by example, school administrators, faculty, staff and volunteers should be commended for demonstrating appropriate behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate harassment, intimidation or bullying.The Burch Charter School of Excellence expects students to conduct themselves in keeping their levels of development, maturity and demonstrated capabilities with a proper regard for the rights and welfare of other students and school staff, the educational purpose underlying all school activities, and the care of school facilities and equipment.

• CALDWELL-WEST CALDWELL PUBLIC SCHOOLS

  
  

  Mission Statement - Caldwell-West Caldwell Public School District :2010 PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATION/DISTRICT MISSION STATEMENT-To prepare pupils for the world of 2010, the Caldwell-West Caldwell School District, in a collaborative partnership with family, community, and school, will provide the essential resources, opportunities, and experiences that will foster as well as challenge all pupils to achieve their greatest potential as lifetime self-directed learners and responsible, productive citizens.It is the expectation of this school district that all pupils achieve the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards at all grade levels."The Caldwell-West Caldwell Public School K-12 school district is dedicated to providing its students with a continuum of quality educational experiences directed at producing well-rounded citizens who are independent learners. Each of the district's six schools is currently involved in a five-year plan, begun during the 2004-05 school year, to evaluate, revise, and develop instructional strategies for all curriculum areas. Paramount to this project is the aligning of each specific curriculum, kindergarten through grade 12, with the approved New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards. The Standards describe what all students should know and be able to do upon completion of a thirteen-year public school education. The Standards define the results expected to ensure that all students achieve the expectations. The Caldwell-West Caldwell Schools have utilized the New Jersey Standards as well as National Standards and standards published by recognized professional organizations as resources in answering the following "key questions":Is the current curriculum providing students with essential and timely knowledge, skills, and abilities that we want them to accomplish? Is the current curriculum aligned with the most recent New Jersey State Core Content Curriculum Standards? Is the current curriculum aligned with the most recent New Jersey State Core Content Curriculum Standards? Is the current curriculum meeting the needs of diverse and differentiated learners? The much anticipated "VISION 2010" initiative was launched in 2001, with a representative Steering Committee of district parents, teachers, administrators, Board members, and community residents developing the future direction of our schools for the next generation of Caldwell-West Caldwell students. The district continues to make investments in new technology that are continually implemented. During the school year, intensive staff development workshops are preparing teachers for the challenges of the new and expanded technology program. A continuing strength of the Caldwell-West Caldwell School District is the continuity of instruction that enables James Caldwell High School to build upon the strong foundation developed at the elementary and middle schools. This constancy of purpose has allowed the district to consistently graduate students fully prepared for the next step in their adult lives.he "Vision 2010" initiative will be reviewed throughout the 2010 school year to evaluate its success and determine the future direction of the school district.

• CEDAR GROVE TOWNSHIP SCHOOL DISTRICT

  
  

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• ORANGE BOARD OF EDUCATION

  
  

  The Orange Board of Education Mission Statement-The Orange Public Schools will provide a safe and caring environment where each student will grow and succeed. In collaboration with parents and the community, we are responsible for promoting the academic, social, emotional and personal success of all students. With a commitment to strong policies and procedures, the district gives teachers, parents, and administrators the tools needed for all students to reach their full potential. We will serve all students in our schools, acknowledging their unique backgrounds and cultural perspectives. We will provide learning experiences for our students in ways that address their unique learning styles. We expect all students to actively participate in the learning process. All students will achieve high standards of excellence, with a focus on academics. Curiosity, discipline, integrity, responsibility and respect are necessary for success. We seek to discover these qualities in all. We pledge to include all community stakeholders in partnering with us as we prepare each and every student for a lifetime of learning, productive work and responsible citizenship in a competitive global community.

• DISCOVERY CHARTER SCHOOL

  
  

  The Discovery Charter School offers parents and 75 4th through 8th grade students a dynamic, community-centered public education alternative. In a unique learning environment, students develop and learn to apply skills that enable them to become lifelong learners, critical and creative thinkers, effective communicators, and good citizens. Mission-The mission of the Discovery Charter School is to develop the whole person, respect the learning styles, interests, and abilities of each student, and help each to determine his or her role and responsibility within the learning community.History-The Discovery Charter School was established in September 1999. Discovery has since thrived by utilizing the "discovery" approach to teaching and learning developed by the School's co-founder Barbara G. Weiland over 30 years ago. By engaging in the learning community, each child uncovers his or her own unique talents and abilities through a hands-on, interactive, problem solving, exploratory learning process.

• EAST ORANGE SCHOOL DISTRICT

  
  

  The East Orange school district aspires to be educational model of excellence for learning instituttions in the state of NJ

• EAST ORANGE COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL

  
  

  Mission Statement-The Mission of East Orange Community Charter School is "To promote excellence by providing all students with hands-on, actuve learning experiences through back-to-basics activities that allow spontaneity, creativity, innovativeness and challenges that ensure responsiveness to each individual child enabling all studens to reach their potential and the E.O.C.C.S.' high standards".

• ESSEX COUNTY VOCATIONAL TECHNICAL SCHOOLS

  
  

  I am pleased to inform parents, students, graduates and friends that all four Essex County Vocational Technical Schools are now recognized as “high performing” places of learning. This status was achieved among many other honors during the past year. Bloomfield Tech continues to rank among the top urban schools in the country as this Blue Ribbon School exceeded its performance goals for the eighth consecutive year. North 13th Street Tech was recognized by the National Staff Development Council for its teachers collaboration to boost learning and achievement. Newark Tech was ranked among the top twenty schools in the United States by the Council of Vocational Technical Directors and West Caldwell Tech was the single School Improvement Grant School in New Jersey to achieve its Annual Yearly Progress Goals.This year more opportunities for growth are on the horizon. The district is seeking ways to make student progress information more readily available to parents through online availability of grades and student progress. West Caldwell Tech is offering an extended day program for student support that promises to be a model for learning enrichment. At the same time plans for the renovation of Newark Tech are underway and plans for a new state-of-the-art high school are moving forward.Once again, I welcome your ideas for improving how we serve our students as the demand for places in each of the four schools increases. Please continue to ensure that your students are in school every day and on time. Together we are and we will continue to make a positive difference in our students’ lives.Michael A. Pennella.SUPERINTENDENT

• ESSEX FELLS SCHOOL DISTRICT

  
  

  Essex Fells School Mission Statement-The Essex Fells School is a very special public elementary school enrolling boys and girls in preschool through the sixth grades. Students enjoy small classes and a total school population of approximately two hundred and fifty.The size of the school is a wonderful asset as it allows a strong sense of community and offers teachers and students many opportunities to form bonds of collegiality, identification and support. It also supports the concept that every adult in the school is responsible for every child. The comparatively small faculty is also a benefit. The faculty as a whole are the decision making body on all questions of teaching and learning. Teachers find it easy to share experiences and act consistently across students' entire academic program. The combined efforts of the staff work to support a student centered approach to education. Essex Fells teachers are encouraged to try new ideas, to work collaboratively with colleagues, and to participate fully in all aspects of schooling. The mission of the school is etched in the mortar of the original schoolhouse with the words STUDIES PASS INTO CHARACTER . The primary goals of an Essex Fells education include:Developing in all students the capacity to think critically and communicate effectively through a mastery of written and spoken English. Motivating all students to recognize and develop their academic abilities in order to build character and to achieve their full potential. Teaching children to value themselves, their peers and their teachers. Establishing a respect for and a strong sense of responsibility to the physical, social, and aesthetic world around them. Nurturing a love of country and a pride in our American heritage and citizenship.Communicating a love of scholarship and continued interest in life-long learning. Insuring all students are taught through the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards.

• ESSEX REGIONAL EDUCATIONAL SERVICES COMMISSION

  
  

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• FAIRFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS

  
  

  The Fairfield Township Public Schools are committed to provide an environment, which cultivates lifetime learners and their individual abilities, respects differences, and nurtures responsibility and cooperation.The Fairfield Township Staff and Administration strive to create an atmosphere of communication and partnership. Our goals are determined by our commitment to providing a well-rounded education to our students and...To actively engage parents, staff, and community members in an atmosphere that nurtures, motivates, encourages, and educates our children to achieve their potential.To provide students at all grade levels with a challenging curriculum, aligned to the NJCCCS, that balances technology and creativity, and fosters critical thinking.To develop self-esteem and a respect for others and a lifetime love of learning through a positive learning environment, for our students.

• GLEN RIDGE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

  
  

  Review implementation of the district’s new Gifted & Talented (G&T) and writing initiatives (in keeping with the objectives of the Strategic Plan). Monitor the administration’s progress toward designing and implementing a new teacher evaluation system in advance of new state requirements for 2012-2013.Monitor and assess the demands on teachers, administrators and support staff created by a dramatic increase in unfunded State mandates and associated bureaucratic responsibilities, coupled with growth in student population. Address any challenges that we discover while staying within stringent budgetary constraints.Take appropriate budgetary steps to reduce the excess budget surplus.

• GRAY CHARTER SCHOOL

  
  

  Mission of The Gray Charter School:The Gray Charter School's mission is to provide its diverse student body the best possible education by focusing on the fundamental academic disciplines in an atmosphere that affirms academic acheivements, and in so doing, to offer the community true choice in public education.In kindergarten through eighth grade, a solid foundation must be built for a lifetime of learning. We believe that committed and dedicated teachers can make every child an achiever. We believe in making the poor student good and good student superior. We will be molding students for the future by making today different.The classroom is a workshop where all children find the opportunity to give might to their brains. Children will be encouraged to never let the bad conquer the good, thus enabling them with power to go through life with clear and uncluttered channels.

• GREATER NEWARK CHARTER SCHOOL

  
  

  School Mission-The mission of Greater Newark Charter School is to be the best middle school in Newark. Vision Statement-At Greater Newark Charter School, we believe all students must possess ambitious academic and aspirational dreams to be successful in life. We will enhance all students' feeling of self-worth, pride in themselves, their achievements, their communities and the kind of leaders they dream of becoming while encouraging them to be committed to being agents of change within their Newark community and beyond. To fulfill our mission, we maintain a highly talented staff to utilize a data-driven, academically rigorous curriculum within a culture of engagement and aspiration to ensure every student is prepared to realize their dreams. By assuring our curriculum references the rich history and culture of the Newark community, in concert with imparting holistic strategies, we believe our students graduate inquisitive, empowered and inspired.

• IRVINGTON BOARD OF EDUCATION

  
  

  The Irvington Public Schools envision a community of learners dedicated to academic excellence through a combination of critical thinking and life skills which define the education of the whole child, wherein the major focus of the school system is to improve academic achievement for all students.The Irvington School District's staff members are dedicated to academic success through a rigorous and relevant curriculum that empowers students to become productive, responsible, and self-directed learners and citizens. Through the collaborative efforts of staff, students, parents, and the community, instruction is designed to improve student academic achievement and to prepare students for college and career readiness. The curriculum is designed to meet the individual needs of all students through authentic assessment, researched-based instruction, and responsive differentiation that encourages students to think critically and to connect all learning to life beyond the classroom.Through the efforts of committed administrators, well-trained staff members, supportive parents/guardians, and involved community members, the students of the Irvington Public Schools will be independent proactive participants and future leaders of our expanding global society.

• LIVINGSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

  
  

  District Philosophy-We, the Livingston School district, believe that every child has the ability to learn and the right to an education. Each child brings to the educational process his or her unique interests, abilities, and talents. Children learn and grow best in an atmosphere that is open, nurturing, and responsive to their needs. The purpose of the Livingston School District is to provide an educational environment that affords students opportunities to acquire competencies that will serve them as individuals and as members of society. This environment promotes the development of ethical values and decision-making abilities so that our students can be meaningful contributors to society and lead personally satisfying lives. It fosters the intellectual, social, emotional, physical, cultural, and aesthetic development of our students.A sound education prepares each child for the varied roles to be assumed throughout life. Since family patterns are becoming increasingly fluid and complex, each student needs to understand family roles and relationships and act as an effective family member through learning cooperation, empathy, decision making, and responsibility. These family attributes should be extended to society as well. By understanding the form and function of the economic system and the importance of the individual’s role in it, the student will become a responsible producer and a discriminating consumer. To be an effective citizen, each student must understand political principles and processes and acquire the individual and group decision-making skills necessary to adapt to our complex, rapidly-changing technological society.In order to function successfully in this society, students must acquire a broad range of knowledge and skills, and apply both to lifelong experiences. Learning to think begins with the acquisition and application of basic skills as well as knowledge of the physical, biological, and social sciences. Skillful thinking enables students to solve problems and communicate effectively. This foundation of knowledge and skills supports and enhances students’ ability to prepare for and be successful in a career. Learning in all areas can be stimulated and reinforced by exploration and appreciation of experiences in the creative arts. Knowledge and skills cannot be isolated from attitudes and behavior patterns. All of these are critical to students’ awareness of their own physical capabilities and the acquisition of a sense of responsibility for personal and public health. The educational process must be complemented by a love of learning which encourages life-long growth.

• MARIA VARISCO ROGERS CHARTER SCHOOL

  
  

  School Mission -Our mission is to improve the educational achievement of all pupils based on the belief that all our children can learn. Statement

• MARION P. THOMAS CHARTER SCHOOL

  
  

  Chartered in 1998, MPTCS rang its first bell in 1999 with 60 students in grades K-2.  Today, more than 600 students in Pre-K through Grade 8 attend classes on two campuses--enjoying a stimulating academic experience that gives them the skills needed to be agents of positive change in their community through programs that regularly out-perform Newark Public Schools in test scores.

• MILLBURN TOWNSHIP SCHOOLS

  
  

  The Millburn Township School District consists of seven schools, all known for their challenging curriculum and academic excellence. Millburn High School, a national Blue Ribbon School, was ranked #1 in New Jersey Monthly Magazine’s 2008 and 2010 lists of the state’s public high schools, and since 2007 has been on the U.S. News and World Report’s annual list of the top high schools in the nation. Millburn Middle School (grades 6-8), has been named a Benchmark School of Excellence, based on its high student achievement on state assessments. The Middle School’s Peer Leadership program, which involves all eighth grade students, is a model of student engagement and volunteerism. Millburn’s five elementary schools (grades K-5) consistently rank among the highest in New Jersey in the annual State Report Card. The Millburn School District also runs an integrated preschool program for both special needs and regular education students. Approximately 4,925 students attend Millburn schools. Please click on any of the building links at the top of this page to find out more about the Millburn Township Public Schools.  

• MONTCLAIR PUBLIC SCHOOLS

  
  

  Mission-The Montclair School District is dedicated to educational excellence for each and every child. In partnership with parents and the community, the schools will maximize academic and artistic achievement, and develop confident students who are accountable for their ongoing learning, who value initiative and diversity, who achieve the requirements of the New Jersey Core Curriculum Content Standards at all grade levels and who are able to contribute meaningfully to the ever-changing global society.

• NEW HORIZONS COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL

  
  

  Welcome to New Horizons!Thanks for visiting our web site. The site's main purpose is to enhance the home-school-community connection that is so vital to the success of our educational program for all students.We are “Committed to Excellence”, and we work hard to make the site a primary source for timelyinformation for all users, and a main gateway for improved communication between parents,teachers, students and other members of our community.

• THE NEWARK PUBLIC SCHOOLS

  
  

  A Vision for our Students, our Schools, our Success.Newark Public Schools is proposing new schools, closures, and consolidations with three important goals:Excellence – All students deserve a school that gets them on a path to college or a great career. Efficiency – Every possible dollar should be invested in staff and programs that will make a positive difference for our students. Equity – Every student should have access to an excellent school no matter what.

• NEWARK EDUCATORS COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL

  
  

  Mission Statement:Newark Educators’ Community Charter School is a rigorous learning community that supports students’ academic, social and personal growth. Student achievement is measured by New Jersey State tests, writing portfolios, on-going reading and math assessments, and social studies and science projects that demonstrate their academic progress. Students learn to be critical thinkers who achieve a solid foundation of skills and knowledge. We actively promote the tolerance and appreciation of human diversity through school-wide program programming. Our staff works with every student to develop the confidence to confront challenges as a foundation for personal and academic success in high school and beyond. Our mission is to create a rigorous learning community that supports the academic, social and personal growth of children and the ongoing professional growth of educators. Our school will be a place where culture, community, and professional knowledge come together to support student and teacher learning

• NEWARK LEGACY CHARTER SCHOOL

  
  

  The mission of Newark Legacy Charter School is to develop in kindergarten through eighth grade students the scholarship, discipline, and character necessary for them to gain entry to, succeed in, and graduate from demanding college preparatory high schools.

• NORTH CALDWELL BOARD OF EDUCATION

  
  

  Our Mission-The North Caldwell Public Schools encourages the growth and development of each student to his or her full potential within a developmentally appropriate environment.

• NORTH STAR ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL OF NEWARK

  
  

  Values-Caring,Courage,Justice,Respect, Responsibility

• NUTLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT

  
  

  MISSION STATEMENT-The Nutley School District is committed to maintaining a diverse environment that is free from harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectation or sexual orientation, sex, social or economic status, or disability.

• PRIDE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL

  
  

  Mission-Pride Academy Charter School endeavors to ignite success in middle school students of all abilities through a curriculum rooted in the values of peace, respect, integrity, determination, and empathy. By establishing a community dedicated to academic achievement, mastery of fundamental skills, positive leadership, and active service, Pride Academy Charter School strives to embolden its students to harness their own power to shape their futures and the world.

• ROBERT TREAT ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL

  
  

  Robert Treat Academy's Mission Statement-Robert Treat Academy offers children ages five and older an opportunity to learn and grow in a safe and stimulating academic environment in which the core subjects of language arts, mathematics, science, technology, social science and world language are bonded to the values of self-worth, respect for one another, one’s community, state and nation.Students, parents, staff and adult community members will each play critical roles in the Academy, a total involvement institution. Parental participation, year-round learning and cultural experiences will demonstrate to all that success, hope and perseverance are habits just as caring, compassion and fairness are habits.The Academy nurtures a total commitment to high academic standards, socially acceptable behavior and the recognition that all individuals are created equal and must be given an equal educational opportunity.

• ROSELAND SCHOOL DISTRICT

  
  

  Mission Statement -In an atmosphere reflecting a spirit of cooperation and mutual respect, we celebrate the uniqueness and diversity of the members of our school community. Our goal is to cultivate a learning environment in which our children will develop productive mind habits and successful skills of learning which culminate in academic achievement and positive self-esteem. We invite and encourage the children to explore new horizons and support them in such endeavors. We provide the necessary guidance which encourages each child to develop critical thinking skills for personal goal setting, problem solving and decision making. To these ends, the Lester C. Noecker School community remains dedicated .Lester C. Noecker School is a K-6 elementary school located in the town of Roseland, New Jersey, built in 1967. Our school mascot is the wise owl and our school colors are the traditional and spirited colors of red and white. We’re sure after you check out this site you’ll agree with our motto, "We Care About What We Do."

• SOUTH ORANGE-MAPLEWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT

  
  

  The School District of South Orange and Maplewood serves more than 6,600 students in nine schools, including six elementary schools, two middle schools and one high school. The community and its schools are racially and economically diverse with more than 90 percent of Columbia High School graduates planning to attend college each year. The district’s vision is to be the top-performing diverse suburban school district in the nation. Its mission is to provide an excellent education for each and every student by providing them with rigorous academic opportunities to reach their personal college and career aspirations, including providing supports for struggling students to succeed. The district will provide an equitable education that breaks the links between demographics and academic achievement. The district will educate its students to be responsible and productive members of society at large: caring, collaborative and ethical people; critical thinkers and problem solvers; effective writers and speakers; and lifelong learners.

• TEAM ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL

  
  

  TEAM Charter Schools is a network of five KIPP schools in Newark, NJ: SPARK, THRIVE, TEAM, Rise and Newark Collegiate Academies. Our schools are free, open-enrollment, high-performing college-preparatory public schools preparing students in underserved communities for success in college and in life.TEAM serves over 1,800 students in grades K-3 and 5-12 and will grow to serve 4,600 students in K-12 in the next decade. We are committed to serving the students who need us: 88% of our students receive free or reduced meals, 94% of our students are African American and 5% of our students are Latino.Both our demographics and academic preparedness of our entering students mirror the district. 83% of all our alumni have gone on to college.

• UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS CHARTER SCHOOL

  
  

  The mission of University Heights Charter School is to develop in each student in grades K-6 the character, scholarship, and leadership necessary for success in life, college, and community. Our theory of change to educational excellence in Newark rests on our core beliefs which lead to our key school features and desired outcomes. Our community is built upon the foundation of our core virtues and expressed in our call and response. Explore the sidebar links to learn more about these key components to our school

• VERONA PUBLIC SCHOOLS

  
  

  The mission of the Verona Public Schools is to prepare students to be scholars and productive citizens through outstanding teaching, challenging curricula* and engaging co-curricular programs in safe and modern facilities.

• VISIONS ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL

  
  

  THE VISIONARY WAY-Attend all classes every day except in situations of illness or family emergency.To be early is on time, to be on time is late and to be late is unacceptable. Plan to arrive early to school, classes, meetings and events prepared and ready to work.Follow the uniform policy everyday. (see Uniform Policy).Eating and drinking is only allowed in designated areas. No gum is allowed at any time in the building.Homework will be assigned and must be completed every night. Contact a classmate or teacher if there are questions about assignments.Students will be required to respond to teachers’ questions, even if a student does not volunteer. We will refer to this practice as “cold calling.”The classroom is a sacred space. Students will not be allowed to leave class. Students may use the bathroom only during lunch and transition times throughout the day.Bathroom doors must remain open at all times (however privacy will be maintained).Respect all books and other supplies distributed by the school. All books and supplies should be stored in a safe, secure location and not abandoned in classrooms, the hallway, multi-purpose room, etc. Parents and students are financially responsible for all lost/destroyed books and supplies.Respect all school property and the surrounding community. Students will do so by disposing of all litter around them and/or contacting staff to get the right materials to clean the area appropriately. In addition, students will not tag, mark up or write on any items or locations they do not own.All school decorations, signs, displays of student work and other postings around the building must be respected. Items should not be touched or damaged in anyway.Speak softly and considerately in hallways and classrooms. Move swiftly, quietly, and independently during transition times between classes. Always stay to the right when walking in the hallways or stairwells.Students should practice using Standard English throughout the school day and/or during school sponsored events. Foul and/or degrading language should be avoided at all times.Show equal respect to all adult personnel, parents and/or visitors who are in the school.Greet all visitors with a firm handshake (or slight bow) and words of welcome when possible.Make a conscious personal effort to contribute to a positive and supportive school community.Students will adhere to SSSH. They will speak up, sit up, stand up and/or hush up when signaled.Students will be expected to use their voice effectively and appropriately. Students must consider the 3Rs – rights, respect and responsibility and TPM – time, place and manner.Conflicts and disagreements are a natural part of life. All students will learn to deal with issues in a positive, effective manner. Physical, verbal, emotional and/or cyber acts of violence, harassment and/or threats must be avoided at all times.Accept personal responsibility for your own negative behavior. Accept consequences and take active steps to rectify destructive situations. Such action is looked upon favorably and is taken into consideration when consequences are determined.

• WEST ESSEX REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

  
  

  The mission of West Essex Regional School District is to produce self-sufficient citizens who are adaptable to change and who possess the self-esteem, motivation and skills: To continue life-long learning and individual growth .To meet the challenges of the future, both societal and technological.To think critically and creatively.To communicate effectively .To solve complex problems.To make responsible decisions, and To respect cultural differences .Clearly focused quality educational experiences will be provided that promotes excellence through an active and responsible partnership with the community, a visionary and innovative curriculum, and a dedicated and knowledgeable staff.

• WEST ORANGE PUBLIC SCHOOLS

  
  

  West Orange Public Schools Mission Statement-The District is dedicated to meeting the needs of our diverse student body so that every West Orange student will be prepared for college and the workplace.