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Our brand new
Tewksbury Elementary School encompasses
kindergarten through fourth
grade in a self-contained setting. We
feature a strong philosophy that
considers the uniqueness of young
children as well as the latest research
on learning and the brain. Our goal is
to develop in students a strong sense of
self-esteem and character, an excitement
and curiosity for learning, and a strong
foundation in the basic skills. To
accomplish these goals, we seek to offer
experiences and activities that are
multi-sensory, concrete and relevant in
nature while encouraging our students to
explore, create and discover. We believe
in a hands-on integrated approach to
learning.
An important element
of Tewksbury Elementary School's philosophy is our emphasis
on community where staff and students
feel connected to each other. This is
apparent during our weekly assembly
where monthly themes related to
character values are reinforced through
a variety of media. Students,
administrators, and staff all
participate.
Our sense of
Community is also supported by our
strong emphasis on parent involvement.
We have a very active volunteer program
and enjoy the participation of parents
on our school.
The core academic
program for all students includes
integrated language arts, mathematics,
social studies and science. In addition,
students receive special instruction in
Spanish, physical education, health,
art, music and library. Character
education is reinforced by the
integration of the monthly character
values across all disciplines.
Our new technology
system has enabled technology to be an
integral part of our instructional
program with access to a variety of
software, Internet sites, and
instructional practices utilizing SmartBoard.
Our strong commitment
to a high quality education from all
students has been recognized previously
by the New Jersey State Department
of Education as it awarded Sawmill
Elementary School
"Star School" status. |
