The intellectual curiosity of the students is nurtured by learning changes that appropriately challenge their abilities. Recognizing that students are in a transitional period, the staff members adhere to the principles of the middle school philosophy by endeavoring to meet the academic, physical, emotional, and social needs of students. By emphasizing academic excellence, critical and creative thinking, responsible behavior, and acceptance of individual differences, the staff sets high expectations for students. Students' progress is assessed using conventional methods, as well as other types of authentic assessment such as portfolios, group productions, and multimedia presentations. Technology instruction is valued at Poe.
Students use technology to communicate and to collect and analyze information.
The Poe Middle School Plan is developed with input and involvement of staff members, parents, and students. The objectives are always to improve the academic achievement of all students and to create a school climate in which students consistently exhibit safe, honest, and respectful behavior. Summary of Our Mission and Goals Poe Middle School and its community are committed to providing students a nurturing, supportive environment in which individual differences and talents are respected, lifelong learning is strongly encouraged, and all students are expected to achieve to their highest potentials. To increase the integration and use of technology by both staff members and students into curriculum at all levels and in all content areas. To experiment with new ways to measure student progress, including portfolio assessment that incorporates multiple intelligences, cooperative learning, and computer technology.