Mission/Vision/Core Beliefs
WPS Mission
Wichita Public Schools prepares each
student to achieve readiness for life,
college and career through an
innovative and impactful educational
experience.
Vision
Jefferson Elementary is a school that acknowledges and celebratesequity, using each students’ unique qualities to guide instructionand daily interactions. We will provide a technology richenvironment through the facilitation of relevant devices andapplications to build digital literacy, citizenship and personalresponsibility. We will ensure a safe, welcoming environment, thatembraces and encourages social/emotional equity that enhancesall relationships. State and district standards will guide rigorousinstruction and academic growth. Through modeling and teachingwe will provide organizational & educational skillsnecessary for students to be successfulin their future life path.
Core Beliefs
Jefferson will:
- encourage student independence and inquiry
- provide rigorous and engaging learning for all students
- incorporate teacher facilitated lessons and student led lessons to
- increase active engagement
- provide a safe, welcoming, and nurturing learning environment
- model appropriate social skills to promote a solution-based attitude
- provide a safe positive learning environment where all students successes are celebrated
