OUR MOTTO KIA MAIA - HAVE COURAGE
Our motto is about having the courage to grow tall and strong as a whole person.It is about making the right decisions and taking personal responsibility for our actions. It is about having the courage to walk each day under the umbrella of our Mission, Vision and Values.
SCHOOL VISION AND VALUES
Our values provide the base for very clear and empowering expectations for everything we do in all areas of school life…. and hopefully,for life beyond David Street School.
They are simple so that we can remember them, and we all learn to understand what they mean for each one of us.
Our Vision
A Community of Courageous Learners
Learner Qualities
INVESTIGATOR
Asks questions, makes connections, selects the right tools, and solves problems.
COMMUNICATOR
Chooses the best ways to listen ad contribute in consideration of the purpose and audience.
CREATOR
Applies their knowledge to think outside the box, discovers new solutions to the
question 'why?'
question 'why?'
SELF AWARE
Positive in their own identity, takes risks, is motivated, resourceful, and resilient.
TEAM PLAYER
Relates well to others, values differences, and collaborates in the best interests of everyone.
Our Core Values
Honesty
Being truthful in all things, including yourself
Respect
Shows courtesy, appreciation and empathy for all people.
Curiosity
Loves to question and find answers about ourselves and the universe beyond
Responsibility
Is accountable for ones own learning and actions.
Excellence
Aims high and perseveres in the face of difficulties.
