North Salisbury Elementary Handbook 2023-2024

Page | 4 o The concept of teamwork through academic and extra-curricular activities is developed Staff • North Salisbury School is committed to hiring and retaining effective and dedicated staff members who: o Encourage colleagues and students in an atmosphere of support and respect o Are enthusiastic towards teaching and learning o Are invested in student improvement through the use of best practices Students • North Salisbury challenges students to be successful through behavior, character, and academic achievement: o Exhibit respectful behavior toward other students and adults o Encourage each other in an atmosphere of support o Accept responsibility for their learning and their actions School Climate o North Salisbury provides opportunities for students to develop and practice the characteristics of our HOUSE SYSTEM: AT North Salisbury WE ARE Respectful, Responsible, Caring, Trustworthy, Fair and Good Citizens. o We keep our building and classrooms conducive for learning o We stimulate thinking with engaging and informative student work Leadership • Effective administrators and staff are the driving force behind any successful endeavor. These leaders have established a clear vision and take steps to ensure that the vision becomes a reality: o We provide a child centered environment which promotes creativity and encourages life-long learning for a changing world. o We establish priorities that provide a guideline for the direction of our school. o We encourage the staff to participate in the decision-making process. o We establish positive relationships between community members, parents, staff, and students.

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