Dear Middle School Families and Students,

The middle school staff and I are looking forward to an amazing 2011-2012 school year! Much effort and thought was put into developing a set of professional belief statements that we hold to be true.  These beliefs guide the direction that we take for learning and teaching. We will be continuously monitoring our actions to be certain that they match our beliefs.  We welcome you to hold us accountable for living out these beliefs for your students.

We Believe...
  -Teaching and learning should be relevant, current and rigorous.
  -Teachers should have a deep understanding of the developmental level of their students.
  -Ongoing assessment and evaluation promotes quality learning.
  -Effective educators are committed, self-motivated, courageous, and intentional.
  -It is paramount to foster the growth of the mind, body and spirit.
  -Leadership is shared by all and collaboration is used to advocate, nurture, and sustain an effective instructional program.
  -In school initiated family and community relationships.
  -In developing the God-given gifts, talents, and uniqueness of each individual.

All of the middle school staff love teaching middle school students!  We revel in their humor and their questions.  We walk with them through their problems and their needs.  We share our faith and God’s grace. We gently guide them through these precious developmental years and we celebrate their great successes.  We are blessed to be at Grace.

Sincerely,

Sheri Walters

Head of Grace Middle School