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Our Purpose & Principles

WGSD Purpose and Principles

Purpose
Inspiring students' lives and communities through learning.

Principles
We ensure academic excellence and continuous growth.
We promote a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.
We nurture trusting and supportive relationships.
We hear and value diverse voices and multiple perspectives.
We prioritize personal well-being and the well-being of others.
We empower lifelong learners to embrace challenges and explore creative solutions.

Givens Mission & Vision

Mission (Why we exist): 
Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elementary is a collaborative community committed to ensuring equity and high levels of learning for all.

Vision (What we are striving to become):
Dr. Henry Givens Jr. Elementary is a welcoming community that empowers all children to connect, discover, and thrive as leaders equipped to make a positive impact on our world.

Collective Commitments (How we commit to behaving as we work toward to achieving our vision):
Connect:

  • Establish positive relationships based on dignity and trust.
  • Cultivate diversity as a resource.
  • Value the contributions of all stakeholders. 
  • Provide experiences that empower students to connect to their world.
  • Develop partnerships with our families and our community.

Discover:

  • Use our strengths and a growth mindset to accomplish goals and persist through challenges. 
  • Seek new ideas, practices, and solutions that help us reach our goals.
  • Learn more about our interests and develop our passions.
  • Create opportunities for learners to explore the world around them with open hearts and minds.

Thrive:

  • Ensure academic growth, social emotional development, and physical wellness for all.
  • Use data and reflection to guide our decisions.
  • Set, monitor, and celebrate goals that challenge students and lead to academic excellence for all.
  • Make sure our actions and choices positively impact our community as a whole.