All students are capable of learning. A safe, comfortable physical environment facilitates learning. Students learn best when parents, school personnel, and community members work together to meet students' physical, emotional, intellectual, and social needs. Mutual respect and dignity must be the basis of all interaction between students, school personnel, and parents in order to enhance students' self-esteem and academic development. Each student possesses a unique learning style.
Exceptional students require specialized instruction, services, and resources.
A well-rounded curriculum implemented by appropriate use of innovative instructional techniques, resource materials, and educational equipment can meet the needs of students with varying abilities, backgrounds, and interests. Active involvement increases students' learning, appropriate increments of instruction and practice facilitate skill mastery, and open-ended activities challenge the creativity and intellectual curiosity of students. Diversity enriches the teaching and learning environment and increases understanding of people from different backgrounds. Health education supports healthier life styles. Character education and the development of decision-making skills help to prepare students for success in life.