Farms Intermediate School Beliefs

A successful school is build upon shared beliefs.  As a community working together, we will achieve the goals we have set for our children.
 
We will nurture a positive school climate by...
 
bullet creating a safe and secure physical environment.
bullet fostering a sense of pride in our physical surroundings.
bullet having clear rules and expectations of behavior.
bullet promoting kindness and courtesy for all.
bullet providing resources for all emotional, academic and physical needs.
 
We will establish high expectations by...
 
bullet offering an array of educational opportunities that are challenging and open-ended so that our students may explore an achieve without limit.
bullet setting standards that are clear and concise.
bullet keeping parents informed and involved.
bullet involving students in self appraisal as a critical element of their education.
 
We will acquire knowledge and develop skills by...
 
bullet using hands-on activities, cooperative learning and active participation.
bullet practicing improving, expanding and solidifying student learning.
bullet encouraging student and parents to work together to build a positive attitude toward learning.
bullet providing opportunities to problem-solve, make complex decisions and evaluate efforts.
bullet being life-long learners.
bullet being prepared to use what we have learned.
 
We will demonstrate reason, respect, and responsibility by...
 
bullet recognizing and accepting diversity.
bullet providing experiences for learning social skills and conflict resolution.
bullet modeling and providing activities to develop kindness and compassion.
bullet encouraging individual involvement of all members of the educational community in the learning process.
bullet promoting involvement in community service.
 
We will cultivate personal growth by...
 
bullet acknowledging that physical, social and emotional health optimize learning potential.
bullet providing opportunities that promote healthy minds, bodies, and social relationships.
bullet providing experiences that help develop self-worth.
bullet providing challenging new experiences.
bullet modeling honesty, integrity and trustworthiness through positive interactions.