Welcome! We are proud of what we do and value the efforts and contributions of all the people involved with F.W. Gilbert School. We hope you feel at home when you visit and find pride and satisfaction in your participation.

To create a school environment where students will be empowered to create a positive future for themselves through self-esteem, love of learning and mutual respect for others.

We will provide the appropriate learning conditions where all students can learn and feel successful by being given sufficient time and opportunity for mastery.

In order to accomplish our mission we believe:

• that all students can learn and that the staff is responsible for providing learning opportunities for all students
• that education is a cooperative effort among staff, students and parents, with a shared responsibility for student development and success
• that students and staff will utilize technological advancements to enhance human potential and promote life-long learning
• that education should address the personal, social and emotional needs of students
• in recognizing the unique educational needs of all students and in working to maximize each student‘s potential
• that, although the styles of teaching will vary, we will recognize and respect different learning styles and are united in our commitment to reach each child
• that students have a right to a safe, friendly and caring environment with the understanding that students and teachers share the responsibility for treating each other in a responsible and respectful way
• in acknowledging that competition has its place and a value which is both fostered and limited according to its usefulness in bringing out the best in our students
• in providing opportunities for the development of knowledge, skills and attitudes which promote good personal decision making