David W. Long Elementary School staff believes that we are preparing our students to “Learn Today to Lead Tomorrow.” This helps to shape all that we do at David W. Long Elementary School and our mission for the school. This is accomplished with
FOCUS:

Fostering strong relationships to develop connections with our students that lead to meaningful learning.

Offering an environment with high expectations of being respectful responsible, cooperative, and safe that are visible for all members of the school community.

Creating a community through collaboration and compassion while instilling curiosity in our students to continue to develop into life-long learners.

Utilizing data to plan engaging lessons to challenge all Rangers.

Structuring our school day to allow for universal access, inclusion, and extended learning opportunities for all Rangers.

The team at David W. Long Elementary is dedicated to work with families and the local community to foster a school climate that promotes collaboration in the development of a positive climate for our students. By structuring such a climate, our students will develop the necessary academic and social skills to contribute to our classrooms and society. The team at David W. Long is committed to providing each child a superior education by ensuring engaging instruction and challenging learning experiences in a safe environment which encourages students to think logically, to learn cooperatively and independently, to respect and value diversity, and to develop a lifelong desire for learning that continues beyond the classroom walls. Our students will develop the necessary skills to be successful 21st century learners that will “Learn Today to Lead Tomorrow.”