NECP C.A.R.E.S.
At the heart of our school culture is a commitment to ensuring every student feels a powerful sense of belonging. We believe students thrive when they feel safe, valued, and part of a caring community.
This intention is brought to life through our NECP C.A.R.E.S. framework, which nurtures the critical social-emotional skills for academic and life success:
Cooperation
From group projects to playground interactions, we foster an environment of collaboration, support, and teamwork. Students learn to work together, valuing each voice and perspective.
Empathy
Understanding and appreciating diverse viewpoints is key. Students build empathy through discussions, literature, and intentional perspective-taking.
Assertion
We empower students to advocate for themselves and share their brilliant ideas. Respectful self-expression and standing up for one's beliefs are celebrated.
Responsibility
Ownership, integrity, and accountability are emphasized as students build habits of following through, admitting mistakes, and taking care of each other and their environment.
Self-Control
We guide students in managing strong emotions, thinking before reacting, and developing self-discipline. These regulation skills allow them to show up as their best selves.
Woven through academics and school life, these C.A.R.E.S. competencies create an inclusive environment where every child feels they belong and their authentic selves are welcomed. This nurturing foundation allows them to flourish socially, emotionally and academically.