As a result, they are unified to reach high levels of excellence. Committed to the belief that every child can learn and is valued, the staff works to develop a sense of belonging in every student. Teachers go out of their way to make every student feel a part of the school. Classroom instruction is rich and student-oriented. Curricular programs are reviewed each year, through student assessments.
Instructional modification occurs when necessary.
Teachers from different instructional departments collaborate to make subject matter more relevant. The core curriculum is designed to meet the needs of students who require advanced classes, remediation or tutorial assistance. Just as its regular curricular offerings are tops in the state, R. L. Turner's instructional programming for special populations is among the finest. Students excel annually on advanced placement tests. The special education department, one of the strongest in Texas, provides the program variety to meet student needs.