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Mission Statement
George Crockett Academy provides a nurturing, respectful and  stimulating academic environment, committed to the empowerment of responsible citizens who are critical thinkers in a global society.



Vision Statement
The entire George  Crockett Academy community is committed to  developing students who are self-respecting, respectful of others and dedicated to community service. The students of GCA are taught to believe in the power of law to solve problems for justice and equal rights. The Kwanzaa principles are the foundations of our vision:
· Umoja (Unity)
· Kujichagulia (Self-Determination)
· Ujima (Creative Work & Responsibility)
· Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics)
· Nia (Purpose)                    
· Kuumba (Creativity)
· Imani (Faith)

Belief Statements
We believe students should participate in community service to build connections within the community.
We believe students should be independent learners and critical thinkers skilled in problem-solving.
We believe in providing a safe, respectful and nurturing environment
We believe all stakeholders must work as a team to ensure student success.
We believe, by meeting basic needs, students will learn in a positive, nurturing and supportive environment.
We believe all students learn differently; each student is unique, diverse and valued
We believe words are powerful and need to be positive.
We believe in using community resources to develop civic minded and law abiding citizens.
We believe all stakeholders must be life-long learners.
We believe in the importance of the home/school partnership.
We believe in student centered, hands-on, experiential learning that enriches the learning environment.
We believe in an environment that fosters high expectations embraced by all stakeholders.
We believe in recognizing students’ voices in the development of their learning to become effective communicators.
We believe all stakeholders must be agents of positive change.
We believe the use of technology is a tool to connect with the global world.