Mission

Baker Elementary School is a community of learners that will empower all students to become confident, self- directed, life- long learners.

Motto

 "A Community of Learners, Where Students Come First!"

Vision

Baker Elementary School will serve as the foundation for the future of our students by giving each one every opportunity to demonstrate creativity, challenge their capabilities, appreciate individual differences, and become lifelong learners. Our faculty ensures that curriculum drives our decisions regarding explicit instruction through hands- on learning and technology. The learning environment at Baker Elementary School seeks to enable students to be constructive thinkers. We believe that consistent and constant access by the individual learner to the learning tool of their choice strengthens their evolution as a critical thinker, thereby ensuring their success in the future. The Bake Staff, Parents, and Community will work collaboratively to maintain and produce a safe and positive learning environment where all students learn. We will teach and instill in our students to be the B.E.S.T.!
(Be Prepared, Exemplify Respect, Stay Safe, Take Responsibility)

Our TEAM effort, (Together Educating All Minds) will bond us in a positive effort toward this mission.

School Profile

School Colors: Red and white

Student Uniforms: Students may wear these colors as part of the school uniform. Khaki and navy pants, skirts and dresses may also be worn with shirts in the school colors. Students may wear the school t-shirt and jeans on some Fridays only. A note will be sent home in advance for these special days.

Special Programs

Open Doors

The gifted education program, Open Doors, is for intellectually and academically gifted students. The purpose of the Open Doors program is to identify and serve gifted students in a uniquely qualitatively differentiated program not available in the regular classroom. Courses provide instruction in creativity, thinking skills, research, creative problem solving, communication, leadership, group dynamics, and self-knowledge. The program is available for Sample students in grades 2-5.

English Language Learners

The goal of the ELL program is to ensure students’ English language development, language proficiency and academic success. The ELL program serves students whose primary language is not English in grades Pre-K through 12. Sample is one of five district schools that offers English as a Second Language (ESL) courses through this program.

21st Century

The 21st Century Community Learning Center (21st CCLC) is a school-based center that keeps children safe during times when they are not in school. These centers provide academic enrichment, homework tutors, and cultural, developmental, and recreational opportunities. Students also receive afternoon snacks and transportation home.