St. Stephen's Armenian Elementary School Information

St. Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School's Mission: - Provide a high quality Armenian and American education - Develop a strong Armenian identity in each child - Promote and nurture the Armenian language and culture - Develop self-esteem and leadership skills in students - Create a child-centered, nurturing learning environment that facilitates the students’ success - Foster an intimate school community that encourages family involvement and connections St. Stephen’s Armenian Elementary School Values: - The uniqueness of each child - Armenian culture, tradition, and history throughout the curriculum - Kindness and compassion among all members of our school community - High academic expectations while supporting the students' social, emotional, - and physical well-being - Personal responsibility, self-reliance, cooperation, and respect for others - A learning environment that encourages risk, exploration and critical thinking Our Mission and Values are accomplished by: - Creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere, where each child is known, cared for, and supported to achieve - Stimulating the students' natural curiosity about the world and their environment through interactive activities and discussions - Small class sizes enhance learning with low student to teacher ratio and personal attention - Providing age-appropriate instructional materials and technology to facilitate learning - Developing curricula that celebrate both Armenian and American culture and history. - Providing school-sponsored, social events that foster the relationships of students and families. St. Stephen's Armenian Elementary School strives to maintain high academic standards in its curriculum and to educate the whole child in a nurturing and friendly environment, where learning is an enjoyable experience