About Elm Street School

Elm Street School is one of the original schools in Medicine Hat. Established in 1911, our school is one of 17 schools in Medicine Hat School District No. 76. Elm Street is a neighbourhood school serving kindergarten to grade six students. The school features large, modern classrooms, a gymnasium, library, music room and a computer learning centre in each classroom as well as a computer lab and small learning areas.

Elm Street School serves as a neighbourhood school serving kindergarten to grade six students, as well as a district wide Learning Assistance Program (LAP) and Preschool Development Program (PDP) . We offer transportation from all areas of Medicine Hat.

Philosophy

"Learning Through The School and Community Working Together"

With the belief that it takes a whole community to raise a child, Elm Street School is trying to develop the essential components of a community school: the learning program, parent and community involvement, integrated services and community development.

• emphasizes process over product
• promotes the dignity and worth of each child
• encourages a strong relationship with families
• promotes academic skills, develops creative reasoning abilities, application of knowledge, ability to relate and communicate with others and adapt to a changing world
• allows each child to become aware of their own strengths and potential

Mission Statement

As a supporter of public education, our school community and its partners are dedicated to providing our children with the skills necessary to pursue their goals and dreams, with the commitment to values, respect, independence, caring and safety.

Vision Statement

Through the collaborative efforts of the School Community and Elm Street School, we envision the comprehensive integration of school curriculum tailored to the diverse educational needs of all students. This active learning environment will create increased achievement, creative thinking, greater citizenship and lifelong learning.

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