Old Orchard
Beach Schools

Nationally
Recognized  Schools of Excellence

28 Jameson Hill Road,
Old Orchard Beach, Maine 04064

Phone
(207) 934-5751

Fax
(207) 934-1917

 

 

 

The Old Orchard Beach School System is committed to:

  • developing and sustaining personalized educational experiences that raise the aspirations and meets the academic, social, emotional and physical needs of all our students

  • promoting citizenship, responsibility, tolerance, and respect

  • preparing students for the changing demands of a global society

  • building partnerships among home, school, and community

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Guiding Principles

An Educated Person Will Be:

An effective communicator who:

  • accesses, processes and shares information using a wide variety of methods

  • applies appropriate forms of communication for a specific audience and purpose

  • listens interactively with an open and inquisitive mind

  • uses English and has the opportunity to learn at least one other language

A resourceful problem solver who:

  • defines problems clearly and identifies patterns, trends and relationships which apply to problem solutions

  • utilizes creative and critical thinking skills and problem solving strategies to make informed decisions

  • demonstrates research skills in order to generate a variety of solutions and to evaluate their effectiveness

A comprehensive thinker who:

  • applies and integrates knowledge and skills in all areas

  • applies concepts learned to real life situations

  • approaches any learning situation with an open, receptive and accepting mind

A quality worker who:

  • demonstrates knowledge, skills and flexibility to achieve excellence

  • performs tasks effectively, efficiently and safely

  • exhibits a strong work ethic both independently and collaboratively

  • applies teamwork, leadership and conflict resolution skills which contribute to the success of the group

A responsible citizen who:

  • demonstrates global, and/or local involvement

  • respects oneself and the diversity, individuality and rights of others

  • accepts the importance of responsibility for personal and/or group decisions and actions

  • makes well informed, healthy life-long choices

A life-long learner who:

  • demonstrates responsibility for one's own learning

  • plans, monitors and evaluates one's own goals

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