New Norway School

Mission

We strive for the success of all students in New Norway School by serving their educational needs. It is our responsibility to ensure that all New Norway School students be provided with the best education possible so that they may become self-reliant, responsible, caring and contributing members of society.

Beliefs

At New Norway School we believe:

• We will provide each student with the best possible education in a safe and caring environment.
  
• We can make a positive impact on the life of every student.
• Students should be the focus of all the efforts within the school and every student is important and none will be overlooked.
• All students should be provided with educational programs that develop their social, physical, intellectual, cultural and emotional dimensions while accommodating their varied learning styles.
• Students are responsible for participating fully in the achievement of their education success.
• Parents and the community should have opportunities for positive, meaningful involvement in important decisions about their children's education.
• Positive role models are important in instilling desirable values in children.
• Students should have high expectations set for them and receive constant and ongoing feedback.
• We will provide opportunities for our students to acquire the entrepreneurial and technical skills and work habits required for success in our rapidly changing, high-tech society.
• Satisfaction of students, parents and the public is critical to the success of our school.
• Everyone involved in the education of a child should work cooperatively to provide a positive learning environment for students.

Vision

In New Norway School:

• ​​​All students enjoy the opportunity to be successful in a school environment that is conducive to their learning and development and enables them to become contributing citizens of our society.
• The efforts of everyone focuses on enabling students to learn the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to be successful citizens in a changing world that is dependent on their meaningful contribution both locally and globally.
• To the extent practical, all students have the opportunity to access programs of learning that develops individual potential and prepares them for the challenges of daily living, the world of work and life-long learning.
• The staff sets high standards and provides the opportunity for students to achieve these standards. Students know what is expected of them and they apply themselves diligently to meet those expectations.  Students and staff are engaged in a comprehensive program of studies that challenge all to do their best. As well, parents and the community support and encourage student success.