Administrators Message
On behalf of the school community I would like to welcome you to the 2016-2017 school year!
As you walk into our school, you will notice a new sign above the office door that proudly displays our moto; “Growing a Community of Learners.” This motto was created in the year 2000 by staff, parents and students and it still holds great value to this day.
While we grow our 2016-2017 Community of Learners, it will be another awesome year full of opportunities and exciting learning accomplishments! Our building is full of caring, skilled staff members that are talented in keeping current with the latest trends considered most effective in support of student learning.
We wish to continue to enhance our partnerships between parents, guardians, teachers and community members. At Prince Arthur School, teachers, staff and parents do an excellent job working together to create a cooperative, nurturing and respectful learning environment that honor’s diversity and inspires academic success. Partnerships need to be positive and they must aim to meet common learning goals in a supportive environment. By working together as a learning community, we are able to provide maximum support for our children.
At Prince Arthur, we expect students to do their best work at all times. It doesn’t mean everyone has to be perfect, it simply means students are required to strive to reach their greatest potential. The staff will do our best to encourage and guide each child so they may experience social, and academic success.
Routines are an important part of student life at Prince Arthur. These routines promote a safe and caring school environment and assist in the delivery of curricula outcomes. All classrooms will follow a common discipline manual based on the literature of Ronald Morish. If you would like a copy of this book, please contact me as I am happy to loan it to you.
ATTENDANCE MATTERS! – We had a lot of fun last year promoting the importance of attending school. We held Sundae parties, presented certificates, presented our monthly attendance trophy, posted pictures on our bulletin board and filled the trolley for the Hometown Parade. One of my personal goals this year will be to continue to promote the importance of attendance. Attending school regularly is essential to students gaining the academic and social skills they need to succeed. One of the greatest barriers to learning I see for some of our students is their poor attendance. By working together, we will overcome this challenge.
Please don’t hesitate to contact the office or your child’s teacher at any time throughout the year if you have questions or concerns. We look forward to a positive and rewarding school year!
