Mission Statement
Mission and Beliefs:
The North Tonawanda City School District is committed to helping all children achieve their highest potential in a safe, nurturing environment where goal setting, striving for excellence, and displaying respect for others are high priorities. It is the purpose of North Tonawanda Intermediate to:
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ensure the safety and welfare of students and staff in an enjoyable learning environment
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encourage students to take responsibility and to be accountable for their learning and their actions
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foster a climate of kindness, friendship, and inclusiveness among the entire student body
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strive to develop competent students who are able to make meaningful contributions to their community and to society
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provide staff members who are trained, equipped, and prepared to intervene appropriately in the event of behavioral misconduct
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provide quality academic programs in keeping with the New York State Standards for Learning
We further believe that this can be accomplished through a collaborative effort of home, school, and community. Therefore, we ask that parents and guardians:
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ensure that students attend school regularly
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support students in their efforts to achieve academic and behavioral standards
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ensure that their child(ren) arrive to school on time after having had adequate sleep and breakfast
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ensure that students are dressed appropriately for school, including consideration for the weather
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provide students with an appropriate lunch and/or snack
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contact the school with updates to emergency information
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pick up and drop off students in a timely fashion in the designated safe areas