Educational Program

Heatherwood’s strength lies in its balanced curricular program. Children master and apply basic skills through authentic learning activities which emphasize research, problem solving, simulations and technology. The strength of the educational program is credited to the teaching staff, which is recognized locally and throughout Colorado for its expertise. The 2005-2006 School Improvement Team goals are to continue to build a positive school climate and increase collaboration, increase the academic challenge for high ability learners, improve reading, writing and math achievement and to increase understanding and respect for differences.

Students who attend Heatherwood Elementary are expected to behave according to the student written Heatherwood Constitution:

We the students of Heatherwood School believe that all students, staff and parents should live by the following:

• People should not be judged or made fun of for their color, religion, or other differences.
• Everyone should have the right to speak their point of view and not be teased for expressing it.
• People should not be judged by their physical appearance or their abilities or lack of abilities.
• Treat all students and staff with kindness and care.
• A hearing for a discipline, with witnesses called, is the right of every student.
• Treat others the way you want to be treated.

It is the expectation that all Heatherwood students will:

• Listen, speak and act respectfully to all adults and students
• Respect the property of others
• Behave in ways that will not harm themselves, others, or any property
• Follow cafeteria, classroom and playground rules

• Positive intent in search of a positive outcome
• Active listening/clarification
• Appropriate form and time
• First person communication
• Be empathetic and respectful