To integrate New Jersey State Department of Education Core Curriculum Content Standards and Early Childhood Education Expectations to classroom instruction.
To grow in self-esteem, cultural identity, curiosity, independence, and individual strengths.
To develop a respect for and an understanding of the differences in people.
To become critical thinkers, and be able to manipulate ideas and materials to develop an understanding about the content being discussed.
To develop language through an exposure to real literature on a daily basis.
To become proficient listeners, speakers, readers, and writers in an atmosphere in which each child feels important and shares responsibility for the group.
To participate in cooperative learning structures gaining the ability to see others’ perspectives and engaging in positive social behavior while accomplishing academic objectives.
To promote a student-centered learning environment which enables students to be mathematical thinkers and problem-solvers.
To encourage children to explore, discover, think, and make connections to the world around them.
To involve parents to be active participants in their child’s learning.
To encourage students to learn more effectively and independently by active "hands-on" participation.
To develop and encourage an interest in and appreciation for all the arts.
To have the opportunity to explore and utilize technology in the classroom.