Middle School Philosophy

Greenfield Middle School Philosophy Statement

I. School's Responsibilities

The school is a community, and in order for us to live and work together successfully, we need to create an environment where everyone feels safe and respected.
We believe that the middle school years are a unique time in our students' lives. Our school is committed to providing opportunities for creative expression, critical thinking and active personal involvement to promote intellectual, social, physical, and emotional growth.
The school has the responsibility for fostering each student's self-confidence through positive interactions with adults. We believe this goal can be accomplished by offering a wide variety of learning experiences designed to meet the needs of all students with differing interests, learning styles and abilities using developmentally appropriate curriculum.
As role models, we seek to inspire our students to strive for personal excellence as citizens and as life-long learners.

II. Responsibilities of the Home

Parents/Guardians are an important part of the learning triangle and should constantly supervise/monitor their children's learning and keep regular contact with school personnel.
Students should be provided with the basic tools and space necessary to complete schoolwork.
Parents should support their children's learning by ensuring regular and timely attendance, providing adequate rest and nutrition, and supporting the school's rules.
III. Students' Responsibilities

Student effort is recognized as a primary source of success during the middle school years.
Students should strive to become proficient in the skills and knowledge of their academic subjects and to become the best person he or she can be.
We believe that all our students must learn how to become responsible for their own behaviors and learning. Students' responsibilities include completing class work, homework, active participation and showing respect for his or her own learning as well as the learning of others.