About Us
GILMORE SCHOOL PHILOSOPHY
We at the Gilmore Elementary School believe that each child can learn. All of our educational practices are based on that belief.
We are committed to creating a child centered environment that promotes positive self esteem and self confidence. Our school values and acknowledges good citizenship and a sense of community.
We provide each child with an opportunity to develop cognitively and socially within an emotionally and physically safe environment. Our successful academic program, which is based upon a careful analysis of individual student needs, focuses on reading, writing, calculating, problem solving, critical thinking skills, and creative expression. Each child at the Gilmore Elementary School flourishes in an environment that celebrates the diversity of our students while stressing the unity of our purpose, that children will succeed.
The Gilmore Elementary School Offers ...
A healthy learning environment which promotes student self-esteem and self-confidence, while also encouraging individuality to prepare students to become productive members of society.
Innovative integration of technology in instruction, enhancing student learning.
A well-established Reading is Fundamental Program that provides students with tools to become lifelong readers.
21st Century After-School and evening programs.
Our Mission
The Gilmore Elementary School is an exceptional learning community that provides quality instruction and holds high academic expectations for all students. We recognize:
each child has the ability to learn
Our school promotes a safe, orderly, caring and supportive environment. Our parents, teachers and community members are welcomed partners in our students' learning.Our Vision
All students at the Gilmore Elementary School are members of a learning community that prepares them to reach academic proficiency in English Language Arts and STEAM (Science, Technology, English, Arts & Math) in order to develop skills for college and career readiness.
HAWK PRIDE
Throughout the year, we host special events to build community pride and make students feel connected to their school.
A LEARNING ENVIRONMENT WHERE EVERY CHILD CAN THRIVE
Our staff are committed to creating a healthy learning environment which promotes student self-esteem and self-confidence, while also encouraging individuality to prepare students to become productive members of society.
LEARNING BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Students at the Gilmore have the opportunity to participate in extracurricular and after-school activities that foster creativity, problem-solving and collaborative skills. We offer intramurals, chorus, band and Community Schools programs.