The weekly restructured days provide opportunities for staff planning and training. The staff is also given opportunities to participate in county and state professional growth conferences. Many Commonwealth teachers also choose to attend summer classes for their own professional growth. The staff is committed to continued professional growth to better meet the needs of students. Climate for Learning Commonwealth School provides an educational environment which encourages each student to grow academically, socially, and personally.
Expectations are high for all students.
Schoolwide discipline and homework policies have been developed and implemented. During the first weeks of school, all students take the discipline policy home where both parents and students sign and return a statement indicating their understanding of the policies and a need for an orderly environment. Students are recognized for academic and behavioral achievement as Students of the Month, one from each class, by displaying their picture on a bulletin board in the school cafeteria. Students who are caught being good are given a Terrific Tiger card which makes them eligible for awards and recognition. Grade 6 has a semester of DARE education which helps students learn how to make decisions for themselves, and sixth grade also attends outdoor school at the Marine Institute.