Author: Sutton, Rob

At Concrete Elementary School,
Pride Is Our Middle Name

Heart

No
Skills

Skills

No
Heart

These operating principles
were developed in 2011-2012.

We are all pilgrims on the same journey….
but some pilgrims have better road maps.
Nelson Melville
…..words are a form of action, capable
of influencing change.
Ingrid Bengis
Happiness comes when your work and words
are of benefit to yourself and others.
Jack Kornfield
Mistakes are a sign of growing. Remember,
be gentle with yourself.
Claudia Black
Treat a man as he is, and he will remain as he is. Treat a man as he could be, and he will become what he should be.
Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Operating Principles

Elementary Mission
Statement
The Elementary mission is to create a safe learning environment where everyone works together to help each student achieve high academic standards.
Respect, Caring, and
Contribution
We have a heart for kids.
We demonstrate respect and
caring as the foundation for all
that we do.
We support our school and our common purpose.
We support each other by…
Interacting honestly and
compassionately.
Collaborating and offering to
share skills, knowledge, and
resources.
Encouraging each other to
express ideas and to explore
new ways of doing things.
Creating a safe environment
where people trust each other
and can ask or support.
Recognizing and celebrating
each other’s successes and
contributions.

Principles

Integrity
We relate honestly with each other,
students, parents, and the public.
We model self-discipline in our
interactions with others.
We hold ourselves accountable for
our actions.
Decisions That Foster a Healthy Learning Community
We consider district goals and
objectives as decisions are made,
and make informed decisions.
We clearly communicate how, when,
and by whom decisions are made.
We think it is more important to find
solutions than to blame.
We Make Decisions Using t the Following Model
1. Clearly identify the issue or problem.
2. Involve those affected by the decision.
3. Identify priorities and/or
concerns.
4. Gather facts.
5. Maintain an open mind and
listen to all concerns.
6. Explore and evaluate alternatives.
7. Choose and support the most
appropriate alternative and inform
those affected by the decision.
We follow-up and evaluate the effectiveness of the solution and modify as necessary.
We abide by all final decisions.

Effective Communication
We listen with respect, seeking to
hear and understand the ideas of
others.
We recognize the value of humor.
We check the facts and go to the
source for information and concerns.
We hold confidential that which has
been entrusted to us as a confidence.
We share our opinions and input
at appropriate times and in
appropriate ways.
Conflicts of Interest
If a positive resolution to the situation is not achieved, an administrator and/or school counselor may be summoned to consult and/or mediate.