The mission of Zilker Elementary School is to develop every student into a life-long learner. Diversity, we believe, is a strength, and this philosophy guides our efforts to develop the whole child. Our parents support a faculty that actively seeks alternative solutions to the educational challenges of the broad spectrum of students at Zilker. This cooperative atmosphere encourages teachers to explore and implement varied and unique teaching methods, as illustrated in our leading edge bilingual and special education programs. We measure our success not only by the general sense of well being exhibited by these students, but in the overall academic performance in standardized tests of these two subgroups.
Test scores figure prominently in that assessment.
This self-inspection process identifies problem areas and defines strategies to raise achievement, which will ultimately bring the school higher academic ratings by the Texas Education Agency. The CAC is also responsible for producing the annual Campus Improvement Plan, a continually evolving document that guides the curriculum and instruction at the school. Furthermore, to respond to the changing needs of our students, teachers participate in continuing education through staff and professional development. Home support is fundamental to the academic success of our children. Our commitment to increase parental involvement is most readily observed at Casa Zilker, a small space where big things happen.