Tuesday, June 24, 2008

Our Mission Statement

Implicit in the School's mission are three objectives. The first is to provide a developmentally appropriate and nurturing environment where children from all backgrounds and cultures have the opportunity to explore, imagine, learn, make friends, express individuality, question, make choices, problem solve, learn respect, and have a happy, safe, and secure first school experience that will foster self-esteem and self-confidence. Also implicit are the staff's respect for the uniqueness of each child, and their commitment to the introduction of the fine arts to each child.

The second objective in our mission is the flexibility to meet the changing needs of our families and their schedules. Shore Nursery School is a community resource where families may come to ask questions, resolve issues and receive support in crises.
The third objective in our mission is the mutual respect for the diversity of teaching styles and communication techniques in the classroom. What each staff member brings to the classroom enriches the program, and team teaching is the core. There is ongoing opportunity for continuous evaluation and improvement for both staff and curriculum.