About G.R. Davis School

G. R. Davis School is part of the Livingstone Range School Division N. 68. It is an upper elementary school in Fort Macleod, serving 245 students in grades 4 to 6. There are 12 teachers, 1 administrative assistant, 4 support staff, 1 librarian, 3 caretakers, 1 family school liaison counselor, 2 CYC Worker and 1 Native liaison worker.

MISSION STATEMENT

The G. R. Davis School Community builds and maintains an environment that challenges individuals to reach for academic, emotional, and social success. Dignity, respect and integrity guide our choices.

VALUES AND BELIEFS

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Learning in a safe and caring environment

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Educational leadership focusing on student's success

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Open, honest, frequent communication between parents, school, and community

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Strive for excellence

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Personal growth and overall achievement

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Respect for all members of the school community

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Innovative ideas to meet the needs of today's students

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Decision making that involves all members of the school community

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Evaluation that assesses the social and academic progress of our students

FORMULA FOR SUCCESS

Student Requirements:

  • Come with a positive attitude.
  • Be ready to succeed.
  • Attend regularly, make up work missed when absent.
  • Do all your assignments.
  • Write all exams and tests.

School Requirements:

  • We guarantee your child the opportunity to have a successful year.
  • We will offer individual programs for students with special needs.
  • We will strive to provide a safe, clean and positive environment.
  • We will report to you 3 times per year regarding your child's progress.
  • We will send home a newsletter.

Parental Requirements:

  • Inform us of special needs or circumstances involving your child.
  • Check student assignments and homework every day.
  • Make sure your child comes to school.
  • Come to Parent-Teacher conferences.
  • Check on your child's progress on a regular basis.
  • Read the Newsletters.

(Please come in or telephone (403)553-3744)

Support School Activities:

  • Become involved with the School Council.
  • Keep the school informed of how we are doing
  • (Please telephone, write, or come in and tell us).
  • Attend special events at the school.
  • Volunteer for field trips or classroom help.
  • Read the school newsletter.