EPS: JFK Handbook and Welcome 2022-23 | Page 4

Vision Statement :
Support and nurture students to be lifelong learners and responsible community members in Enfield and beyond . We are committed to the families we serve , providing social-emotional support and encouragement , as well as a relevant and rigorous curriculum that values diversity , empathy , and inclusion .
Mission Statement :
Our mission at John F . Kennedy Middle School is to inspire our students to be respectful , diligent , and dignified citizens who are prepared for high school and beyond . We strive to impart our students with the necessary skills to effectively navigate and contribute to a complex global society . We believe this can be attained by partnering with our families to foster and create an inclusive and culturally relevant school community .
We will challenge and support students in their academic and socialemotional growth by :
• Creating a safe and welcoming learning environment .
• Creating inclusive and impactful opportunities to learn .
• Continuously improving upon our professional skill set .
Core Values : • Respect — both for self and for others
• Diligence — positively contributing to self and community improvement
• Dignity — in character and conduct

Social-Emotional Programs This school year we will focus on social-emotional learning ( SEL ). In a dual-model approach , we will continue our work with Yale University ’ s RULER program while simultaneously deploying Character Strong . These research-based SEL programs share attributes that complement one another yet differ in other areas . We believe that casting a wider net , will allow us to reach more students . We are excited about the positive impact these programs will have on not only our student ’ s individual development but the overall climate and culture of our school community .

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