Mission Statement

The Center’s Mission is to foster the development of safe, caring, respectful schools where learning is a primary focus, and all members of the community, including students with emotional or behavioral disorders, are valued and experience success and joy each day.

Statement of Beliefs

We acknowledge the challenges inherent in dealing with troublesome behavior and the complexity of teaching a diverse group of learners. We understand that traditional approaches have not always been effective and that changing school culture, teaching practices and student behavior is challenging.

This effort requires sustained commitment, on-going collaboration and both self and collective reflection.

We know that there exists a body of evidence-based practices, which can maximize the potential of schools to positively and effectively respond to the social-emotional, behavioral and learning needs of all students. We believe that the application of these practices will enhance teacher satisfaction, retention and a sense of self-efficacy.

In order to achieve the best possible outcomes, students, families, school staff and the wider community must develop partnerships that share and act on these beliefs.