Mission Statement
At Phillis Wheatley Elementary School CHILDREN COME FIRST. We believe all of our students, including those with special needs, have the right to meet their fullest potential so that they may become productive citizens in our democracy. Teachers, staff, community members, parents, and students work together to create a safe environment in which students are excited about learning and are able to reach our high expectations for academic excellence. Ongoing communication and collaboration between teachers, support staff, and administration foster an integrated curriculum that challenges all learners. Our students will be prepared for the rapidly changing technological world by being able to access information, solve problems, think critically, make decisions, and work productively with others. The Phillis Wheatley Elementary School community takes pride in celebrating our cultural diversity and expects our students to respect one another, take responsibility for their actions, and make ethical decisions as they become lifelong learners in our global society.
At Phillis Wheatley Elementary School children come first. We believe that all children can learn regardless of their socio-economic status and ethnicity. Our goal as educators is to develop lifelong learners who are both critical thinkers and productive citizens in our democratic society. The curriculum and programs offered at Phillis Wheatley Elementary School foster the growth of the whole child. The students at our school face numerous challenges on a daily basis. We strongly believe in student academic achievement, parental and community involvement, and character development.
