I just had the great opportunity to speak at Edgartown elementary school on Martha’s vineyard. What made this event so special was the effort the school was showing to support students and parents.
How many times a PTO hires us and the principal never sets foot inside the gym to see what I was speaking on. Not there… The principal attended all three assemblies and the parenting presentation as well. The school counselors where at every presentation, the superintendent also came by to hear the presentations and to top it all off the school officer attended all talks as well. In my 13 years of speaking on bullying i have never had such a great turnout by the adults in the school and school board. WOW WOW WOW
We went through the entire online program with the staff and the best part was that they did a pre survey to see where they stood so they could see how the program was working in the future.
I walk them through the anti bullying committee, leadership team, character education exercises to keep the message going strong though out the school year and showed them the online program that has self esteem exercises for targeted victims and the mentoring program for students who are found to be bullying other students.
After speaking to the students in the daytime I came back to speak to the parents. The PTO put on a great supper and they had over 50 parents who showed up to hear their role and how they can work with the school to create a safe and motivating school environment.
I gave this day a 10 out of 10…Not because I was there, because of the effort of the entire school.
In three months they’ll do another survey to see how the program is working for them. I can’t wait to see the results because we offer a proactive approach and I’m really confident they’ll see positive results.
Thanks again to everyone at the Edgartown elementary school it was a honor to meet everyone of you.
Edgartown Elementary School: A Place Where Students Thrive
Edgartown Elementary School is a public elementary school located in Edgartown, Massachusetts, on the island of Martha’s Vineyard. The school serves students in grades K-5 and is part of the Edgartown School District.
Edgartown Elementary School is committed to providing a well-rounded education for all students. The school offers a rigorous academic program that is aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks. In addition to core subjects such as math, reading, and science, students also receive instruction in art, music, physical education, and technology.
Edgartown Elementary School is also committed to creating a positive and supportive learning environment for all students. The school has a strong sense of community and offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, clubs, and after-school programs.
Edgartown Elementary School is a great place for students to learn and grow. The school has a dedicated staff of teachers and administrators who are committed to providing students with a high-quality education. The school also has a strong partnership with parents and the community.
Mission Statement
The mission of Edgartown Elementary School is to provide a safe, supportive, and challenging learning environment that empowers all students to reach their full potential.
Values
- We believe that all students can learn and succeed.
- We believe that a strong partnership between home and school is essential for student success.
- We believe that a positive and supportive learning environment is essential for student growth.
- We believe that diversity is a strength and that all students should be treated with respect.
Goals
- To provide a rigorous academic program that is aligned with the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks.
- To create a positive and supportive learning environment for all students.
- To develop students’ critical thinking skills and problem-solving abilities.
- To foster students’ creativity and imagination.
- To prepare students for success in middle school and beyond.
