Donaldson Elementary

To ensure high levels of learning for every student so they can achieve their dreams and positively impact the world. 

• Be Safe
• Be Responsible
• Be Respectful
• Be Kind

• All children are entitled to an education, which will prepare them for their future.
• All children have the right to feel successful.
• The school and community share the responsibility of developing positive work, social, and personal ethics in all children.
• Education best occurs in an environment that nurtures dignity, self-esteem, and a feeling of security.
• Communication is essential if quality education is to occur.
• The school community needs to promote an understanding for individual, cultural, and societal differences.
• High expectations encourage students to work toward a higher level of achievement.
• Schools must address environmental, societal and technological changes.
• Education is a life-long process.
• All children are natural learners.
• Education is the combined responsibility of the students, parents, teachers, and the community.
• School decisions must reflect what is best for students.
• In developing the whole child, which includes consistent, quality instruction in Music, Art, and Physical Education.
• The responsibility for one's education and action needs to be accepted by each student.
• That respect is an essential value.

Volunteering at School:

• Classroom assistance: Help with activities, read to students, or assist with projects.
• School events: Volunteer at events like book fairs, fundraisers, or school dances.
• Library support: Help with shelving books or reading to students.
• Field trips: Accompany classes on educational outings.
   

Participating in School Organizations:

• Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO): Attend meetings, participate in fundraising, and support school initiatives.
• School Site Council: Participate in decision-making processes. Requires a monthly time commitment for attending the council meeting.