To provide a curriculum of basic skills and concepts in English, mathematics, science and the social studies.

To provide a reading program for students at various grade levels.

To develop and maintain good physical and mental health.

To develop a sense of self-discipline, self-respect, and self-reliance.

To help students make the transition from the elementary to high school.

To encourage students to understand the principles of responsibility to a democratic society.

To become proficient in computational and communicational skills.

To identify, clarify, and develop values which will help them to relate to society in a satisfying and intelligent way.

To provide opportunities for enrichment experiences.

To provide opportunities for remedial experiences.

To consider the physical and emotional development of the students.

To provide exposure to exploratory courses in fine arts and practical arts.

To utilize a schedule which includes blocks of time within which teachers have the flexibility to group students in varied ways for instructional purposes.

To provide a pleasant, cheerful and professional school environment where students and teachers feel relaxed, comfortable and respected.

To provide basic courses in foreign languages – Latin, French, Spanish.

To encourage involvement in extra-curricular activities.

To provide resources for special needs students to receive equal educational opportunities.

To provide library and media services which support our curriculum in all areas.

To provide a health education program for all students.