We strongly believe.....

• By providing rigorous coursework, we will create 21st Century learners.

• By being positive professionals who form positive relationships with students, parents, and community partners, we will create an environment where everyone will feel a part of our school's community.

• By ensuring all students are actively engaged in authentic learning opportunities, we will increase academic achievement and positive student interactions.

• By encouraging positive interactions among students, staff, parents and community stakeholders, we will be able to teach all students at a highly effective level.

At Van Bokkelen Elementary School, we are committed to providing educational experiences that will help our students reach their fullest potential. Through engaging standards based instruction which is differentiated to meet the needs of individual learners, all students will develop the necessary skills to be successful in the 21st century.