Recently a team of 23 members representing all facets of the Cherry Chase community (students, teachers, parents, staff, administrators, and community reps) collaborated to craft an updated vision and a set of common core values for Cherry Chase School. We greatly appreciate their thoughtful contributions to the process and the outcomes below:

Our new vision = Cherry Chase Elementary School will develop lifelong learners by providing an exemplary education in a welcoming, joy-filled community where each person feels safe, valued, and prepared to contribute to an ever-changing world.

Our mission continues to be: Enriching all students through engaging education in a caring, respectful learning environment.

Our identified core values =

Collaboration: We build on the strengths of individuals, include diverse perspectives, and demonstrate mutual respect in a positive learning and working environment.

Equity: We accept, value, respect, and support all members of our diverse community.

Joy: We commit to nurturing a joyful school environment that enables all to thrive. Healthy relationships support a love of learning now and in the future.

Excellence: We provide an engaging and enriching educational experience that enables students to be responsible citizens in our ever-changing world.

Safety: We maintain safe emotional and physical environments where everyone feels secure. Exploring and failing are accepted as part of learning. 

We will continue to share these values with the community throughout the year.

-- Mrs. Anita Lee, school principal