Striving for Excellence: A Vision for Riverwest Elementary School
Our Vision
Arts@Large mural created by Pierce students
At Riverwest Elementary School, we will create an inclusive environment to educate all students in our community while upholding the highest of academic and social emotional standards and supports. This will be done in a culturally responsive manner, preparing all students for success above and beyond the classroom without remediation.
Our Value Statement
We Believe:
- All students and families should feel valued, safe, and respected.
- Integrity, dedication and respect should be demonstrated by all staff members with the understanding that cultural diversity and community partnerships are imperative to student success.
- Facilitating opportunities for open parent/teacher collaboration have a positive impact on student achievement.
- We must support student’s abilities to develop the necessary skills needed to successfully navigate in various social environments within the community.
Highlights
- Neighborhood School
- Transportation: Riverside Region, 1 mile walk zone
- After-School Program: Camp Starts at 2:20 p.m., Ends at 5:30 p.m.
- Community Partners: Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee, Artists in Residence, Arts @ Large, Betty Brinn Children’s Museum, Danceworks, Milwaukee Art Museum, Riverwest Neighborhood Association, Woodland Pattern, GE
- Curriculum: General Program; GE Foundation Demonstration School
- Clubs/Other: Milwaukee Recreation Camp, Girl Scouts, PBIS,