Our Core Values

Habits of Optimism:

• I believe that practice improves my performance.
• I can list ways that I can improve a situation that isn’t going well.
• I believe that adults and teammates are rooting for me to be successful and I am rooting for them too.

Habits of Collaboration:

• I collaborate effectively with teammates and teachers on tasks and projects.
• I find solutions that respect others’ feelings and perspectives.
• I own my actions and apologize when I make a mistake.
• I forgive and start fresh when someone apologizes.

Habits of Communication:

• I share my thoughts and ideas with others in small and large groups.
• I tell my truth bravely.
• I effectively express my feelings and my needs and listen when others express their feelings and needs.

Habits of Self-Control

• I show up to class and school on time, in uniform, and ready to learn.
• I meet deadlines.
• I execute routines and procedures for class and school independently, without reminders or consequences.
• I attempt every part of a task or assessment.

Habits of Zest:

• I am curious and ask questions to deepen my understanding.
• I participate by sitting up and participating energetically in class and small group activities.

Habits of Self-Discipline:

• I sustain my focus, pay attention, and persist in my efforts until I get it.
• I handle mistakes, set backs, and frustration constructively.
• I set academic goals and reflect on my  progress toward them.

Habits of Gratitude:

• I notice and recognize what others do for me by saying “thank you.”
• I notice and recognize what has improved or what is going well in each situation.