Students attend Franklin or Lanier Middle School and Fairfax or Oakton High School. Principal's Message Waples Mill Elementary School is a community school that nurtures students and encourages them to set high expectations for academic achievement and develop lifelong skills for learning. Mainstreaming and inclusion of students in special education promotes sensitivity among staff members, students, and community members regarding the unique needs and intrinsic worth of children with a variety of physical and intellectual abilities. Students, parents, and faculty work hand in hand to build an environment that facilitates excellence in academic achievement and aspirations, appreciation for the arts and humanities, and respect for one's self and others. The basic core subjects are enhanced with technology integration, special programs related to the curriculum, programs in the arts, and community resources.
Electronic technology is an exciting dimension of the instructional program.
To foster open communication and trust, collaborative decision making is promoted between faculty, parents, and students. The strengths of the Waples Mill programs are enhanced by a devoted PTA and a tireless corps of parent volunteers. Summary of Our Mission and Goals Waples Mill Elementary establishes for children a positive, future-focused learning environment that promotes teamwork, risk taking, and innovation. High expectations and successful academic achievement are fostered for every child. Basic core subjects.