Slavens uses a comprehensive reading and writing continuum which allows students, teachers and parents to share in a cohesive understanding of student learning. The course work also promotes linkages among curricular areas and a high level of sensitivity to multicultural differences. Well designed homework assignments extend students' learning beyond the classroom. The parents collaborate with the school so children can mature with guidance from home and school. The atmosphere of trust at Slavens allows us to pursue our educational vision and to regard difficulties as challenges to be solved.
Parents play significant leadership and volunteer roles throughout the school.
The school climate is straight forward, warm and personal. There is a strong sense of well-being and community throughout the school. Daily interactions are interspersed with humor and insight. Students are encouraged, nudged and even cajoled to touch personal excellence - be it in academics, sports, the arts or citizenship. Slavens commitment to educating for character is ever present.