Mission and Vision

Our Mission
Ellison School aims to provide a safe, caring learning environment in order to equip children with strategies for success while meeting each child's educational needs and guiding them to reach their fullest potential as lifelong learners.

Learning Environment
We will provide a clean, caring, safe, and welcoming school atmosphere.
We will provide a stimulating environment that encourages positive relationships with parents and students alike.
We will foster opportunities for involvement with parents and students.

Strategies for Success
We will provide rigorous and relevant instruction to develop independent problem solvers and critical thinkers.
We will participate in ongoing professional development for staff to learn and improve instructional strategies.
We will use data to differentiate instruction to meet students' needs and styles.
We will provide prescriptive tutoring for identified students.
We will utilize weekly job embedded times to collaborate within grade levels and data teams.
We will incorporate technology in all areas of the learning environment.
We will engage in parent communication through weekly grade level newsletters, monthly school bulletin and school blogs and websites.

Lifelong Learners
We will inspire a love for learning.
We will demonstrate and expect manners and respect for others
We will encourage pride and ownership in work ethic.
We will instill a sense of citizenship, respect and responsibility in our students.