Jefferson School . The Jefferson School staff is committed to providing a quality educational program to all students in a safe and caring environment. Our mission statement states that Jefferson School is a child-centered environment where all children can learn and experience the joy of becoming lifelong learners. We believe that our school climate reflects the dignity and worth of each of our students, parents and staff. We feel that the cooperation involving parents, staff, students, and our community is necessary for student success.
Literacy is the focus of our everyday instruction.
Students in the primary grades are involved in a balanced reading program that includes daily read alouds, guided and shared reading, sustained silent reading and daily writing activities. A Miller-Unruh teacher and three teachers assist students who need additional help in reading. Two teachers trained in the Reading Recovery program provide a variety of teaching strategies to selected students in the first grade who also need additional help in reading. Jefferson School is a Healthy Start school. A family advocate at Jefferson provides a variety of services to families in need.