Our vision is to create a school that is highly regarded for its academic growth, and for instilling in students the desire to strive for the intrinsic value, rewards and opportunities that result from quality, professionalism, and pride in one’s work. To achieve this vision, we believe in:

• A Culture of Academia

• A Student-Based Partnership with Parents and the Community

• A Growth-Mindset for Students and Staff

• Research-Based Practices

• Teacher as Facilitator and Interventionist

• Hands-On Learning

• Mathematical Concepts, Fluency and Accuracy

• Literacy - Active-Reading Throughout the Curriculum, Writing Embedded Throughout the Day

• Ongoing Character Education

School Improvement Goals

Goal #1:  Ensure a common understanding of the VISION and SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN for James Morris School.

Goal #2:  Enhance the effectiveness of DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION for all learners.