Culture of Caring
Our school community has been transformed by embracing the research-based process of Tribes Learning Communities. All faculty and support staff have participated in intensive professional development to learn how to develop a caring learning environment and how to use an active learning approach that promotes healthy student development, increases motivation, and improves  academic achievement. The Tribes Agreements, visible in each classroom, help us to develop a safe, respectful learning environment.

The Agreements are:
Honesty
Attentive Listening
Appreciations/ No Put-downs
Mutual Respect
Right to Pass
Let Go and Move On

Parents, teachers, students and visitors sense the unique feeling of caring and support that Tribes has brought to our school.

Community Building
Here is what students say about tribes:

• "It helps you learn to speak up"
• "You have greater respect for your friends."
• "My family liked Tribes so much that we use them at home"
• "You learn how lucky you are to be a member of this school community"

For more information on Tribes, please visit the Tribes website: www.tribes.com