About
District VisionTop of Page
The Newcastle Elementary School District is committed to work in partnership with students, teachers, parents and community to provide every student with a personalized, challenging, academic program that develops 21st Century skills necessary to become active and effective global citizens. Each child’s innate ability will be supported in a caring, interactive, project/inquiry based learning environment with an emphasis on strong character and personal value.
District Core ValuesTop of Page
- All decisions are based upon what is best for students.
- All students can be successful in the right environment.
- A safe positive and nurturing learning environment fosters forward thinking, creativity and collaboration.
- Social, emotional, physical and academic growth are all equally important in the education of each child.
- Parents are partners in providing a quality education.
- Strong staff and parent relationships require open communication and transparency of process.
District PrioritiesTop of Page
- Student Learning and Achievement
- Fiscal Soundness/Positive Cash Flow
- Safe and Fully Functional Campuses
Specific Board GoalsTop of Page
- Seek out diverse views in the community to be shared with the Board.
- Provide community leadership on educational issues and advocate on behalf of students and public education.
- Improve the visual presence of all Board members at individual school events.
- Each Board Member strives to improve their knowledge and skills.