School Vision and Mission

The vision of Whitethorn School is to teach each child the skills they need, and to support each child to develop to his/her full potenial.

Adults will:

-Provide focus and direction so children are able to be challenged and produce their best work;
-Allow for the individual pace and development of each child;
-Teach content knowledge in a variety of unique and interesting ways to address a variety of learning modalities;
-Develop the whole person through enrichment activities; and
-Provide social, emotiomnal and academic learning opportunities.

Students will:

-Develop the ability to think logically and creatively and use problem-solving skills;
-Develop a strong sense of self-worth;
-Take responsibility for their own learning;
-Understand their rural roots as well as a global perspective in order to be able to flourish confidently wherever they choose;
-Develop a sense of continuity;
-View their world with curiosity, joy, and the challenge of discovery;
-Develop self-discipline; and
-Understand their responsibilities as part of their community.