Mission, Vision & Core Values  

OES Mission, Vision & Core Values

Statement

Ozaukee Elementary strives to prepare students for further schooling.   Our mission is that all students upon completion of fourth grade will:
  • Possess a functional knowledge of reading, math, and writing
  • Know how to gather, apply, organize and effectively communicate ideas and knowledge.
  • Understand and apply learning strategies for thinking, reasoning, and problem solving.
  • Acquire a basic understanding of the world through experiences in social studies, science, fine arts and movement.
  • Show respect for peers, property, authorities and self.
  • Cooperate and work with others.
  • Work independently and be self-starters.

Vision

In order to achieve our mission, we will:
  • Teach reading and writing using a balanced literacy approach.  Instructional strategies will be grounded in best practices which emphasize/encourage a meaningful interaction between student and text.
  • Teach math strategies that focus on developing number sense, computation, problem solving and critical thinking skills.  Students will be engaged in the exploration and practice of concepts with manipulatives, mental math and technology.
  • Use informal and formal assessments to measure student progress and plan for optimal learning.
  • Develop and implement consistent routines and language to instill respectful, polite communication and social interaction.
  • Provide opportunities for students to set goals, make choices, and become responsible learners.
  • Expand student knowledge base in science, social studies, fine arts, movement and technology by integrating meaningful experiences into the daily curriculum.
  • Use technology as a means to develop informational technology skills, improve student learning, and provide student assessment data.
Core  Values                                       
In order to achieve the vision of the school that functions as a professional learning community, Ozaukee Elementary staff will:
  • Commit to the learning and achievement of all students.
  • Work with students to strive to reach their full potential.
  • Provide an emotionally and physically safe learning environment.
  • Align and utilize standards, curriculum, and assessment.
  • Analyze student data to improve student learning and achievement.
  • Review, evaluate, and consider research to determine effective instructional practices.
  • Use experience and insights to offer innovative learning experiences.
  • Ensure that a variety of instructional strategies are used to achieve success for all students.
  • Engage in meaningful staff development to enhance student learning and achievement.
  • Use time and resources wisely to facilitate staff and student learning.