W.F. Burns Middle School Mission and Vision

Mission Statement:

"WE, THE ADMINISTRATION AND FACULTY OF W.F. BURNS MIDDLE SCHOOL, UNDERSTANDING THE EDUCATIONAL NEEDS OF THE ADOLESCENT LEARNER, ARE DEDICATED TO EDUCATING THE TOTAL CHILD IN HIS/HER INTELLECTUAL, PHYSICAL, MORAL, AND SOCIAL GROWTH. OUR GOAL IS TO INSTILL IN EACH STUDENT A LOVE OF LEARNING AND THE DESIRE TO PERFORM TO HIS/HER HIGHEST POTENTIAL WHICH WILL LEAD TO A SUCCESSFUL LIFE."

 Motto: "Learning for a lifetime of Success."

Objectives:

1. To provide academic excellence as the first priority in order to establish a firm foundation for future learning.

2. To provide objective evaluation through diagnosis, testing and observation.

3.  To offer appropriate programs to meet individual differences and special needs.

4.  To guide the student work independently and to develop analytical and problem solving skills. 

5.  To provide an adequate physical education program.

6.  To develop an awareness of the importance of good health practices, safety and physical fitness.

7. To develop ideal of democracy and good citizenship.

8.  To provide pleasant learning experiences in order to create positive attitudes toward learning. 

9.  Tp provide open communication between the school, home and community.