The mission of Carpenter Middle School is to provide a nurturing, supportive environment that enables students to achieve their greatest potential, develop critical thinking skills which will allow them to make sound judgements and be responsible, contributing members of a culturally diverse democratic society.

WE BELIEVE:

• That teaching is a vital aspect of the community.
• That each student is equally important and valuable.
• That each learner is entitled to be treated with dignity and respect, and that each teacher is treated the same way by the learner.
• That caring and nurturing are essential to the educational process.
• That teaching good citizenship is just as important as teaching academics.
• That students should be provided with every opportunity to meet with success.
• That involvement can encourage a high degree of personal success.
• That relevancy of the curriculum can be achieved through inter-disciplinary and team teaching techniques.
• That parents are vital partners in educating each child.
• That middle school students are unique and their needs must be addressed.

• That education provides the foundation for becoming contributing members of society.