VISION STATEMENT

Our goal at Eighth Street Elementary School is success for all students. Therefore, we are committed to providing the kinds of experiences which will enable all students to grow emotionally, socially, and academically. In addition, we will provide an educationally rich environment where each individual of the school community is valued, respected, and encouraged to reach his and/or her potential as a productive citizen.

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of Eighth Street Elementary School is to provide a safe, positive, and enriching learning environment for all students, staff, and parents. In addition, we strive to encourage continuous improvement for all while embracing a strong relationship with the community as part of our educational process.

School Improvement Plan

SCHOOLWIDE IMPROVEMENT PLAN (SIP)

The SIP is a tool used by stakeholders to review data, set goals, progress monitor and create action plans. The most recent version of our Schoolwide Improvement Plan is available by request through the school front office or for review at any time online at the Florida CIMS V2 Website. You may also visit the FL DOE Know Your Schools websiteto view the State, District & School Report Card at any time. Current information regarding Florida School Grades and School Accountability can be viewed at the FL DOE School Grades website.

PROFILE OF OUR SCHOOL

Eighth Street Elementary is a neighborhood school, housed in an historic three-story building built in 1914. During the 2000-2001 school year, Eighth Street Elementary underwent a historical preservation made possible through state grant monies secured by the 1999-2000 SAC members. During the 2001-2002 school year Eighth Street students and teachers reoccupied the newly restored school to enjoy a pleasant atmosphere and rejuvenated environment promoting a positive learning environment focused on academic excellence and individual student success.

The Eighth Street Parent Teacher Organization consistently has a very high membership of both parents and school staff. The Eighth Street School Advisory Council is fortunate to have tremendous involvement and support from parents, teachers, staff, business partners and community members. Both of these organizations play very active roles in the decision making and operation of Eighth Street Elementary School.

The diversity of students’ learning needs adds to Eighth Street Elementary’s uniqueness. The school serves children in VPK through fifth grade with two pull-out and support facilitation exceptional student education classes serving students with specific learning disabilities, and a pull-out gifted classroom. The student population is diverse in composition and matches the student population diversity within our school district. This School Improvement Plan and programs at Eighth Street Elementary take the diversity of our students into account and focus on an increasing quality, integration, and inclusiveness of our curriculum to meet specific needs and abilities of each student.

OUR SCHOOL COLORS AND MASCOT

Eighth Street Elementary's school colors are red and white. Our mascot is the bald eagle.