Mission, Goals and Schedule

Mission Statement

The mission of McGilvra Elementary School is to engage students in a challenging curriculum that is enhanced with small classes and multi-arts experiences and builds a strong academic foundation for future success. McGilvra students shall thrive in a safe environment that promotes academic achievement, develops problem-solving skills, and fosters a sense of respect and appreciation for oneself and for others.

School Achievement Goals

  1. Students will master the basic academic skills of reading, writing, mathematics, and language arts with the support of appropriate technology and through the acquisition of critical thinking skills.
  2. Students will also achieve excellence in social studies, science, art, music, health and physical education
  3. Students will acquire an awareness, understanding and appreciation of the contributions of different cultural groups and traditions of our diverse American heritage.

Daily Schedule 2006/07

8:20am            Office Opens
8:50                 Certificated Personnel in Building
9:00                 Playground Supervision Begins/Breakfast Served
9:15                 First Bell – Students line up for class
9:20                 Final/Tardy Bell – School Begins
11:20-11:55     First Lunch – Grades 2, 5
11:40-12:15     Second Lunch – Grades 1,4
12:00-12:35     Third Lunch – Grades K, 3
1:45-2:00         All School Recess
3:25                 School Dismissal
3:50                 End of Day for Certificated Personnel
4:15                 Office Closes