The Tisbury School recognizes that each student is a unique individual whose development is the responsibility of the staff, the parents, the community as a whole, and the child him/herself. It is the school's purpose, privilege, and obligation to create an educational environment that supports all students. The Tisbury School culture emphasizes respect, tolerance, community service, personal integrity and sensitivity for diversity. This focus is apparent throughout the building, in Kindergarten through eighth grade. Academic, social, and extracurricular opportunities for Tisbury School students promote that individual excellence is recognized, while simultaneously encouraging collaboration and strengthening relationships. Classroom practices and routines reinforce this vision.
The success of Tisbury School students is the result of a collaborative effort of school staff, students, and parents. In addition to its traditional focus on building and strengthening students' academic skills, the Tisbury School also maintains an emphasis on educating the whole child. Accordingly, the arts are a valuable and integral part of the school's education program. Students participate in vocal and instrumental music, art, engineering technology, health, physical education, foreign language, and education technology. Programs that have been eliminated or reduced in some districts have been maintained in the Tisbury School, reflecting a continued commitment to its students. The School Committee and administration are considerate of this, and together have ensured that the educational needs of children are the highest priority.
A talented and dedicated staff shares a common commitment to the students, parents, community, as well as to each other. It is my privilege to work here. I attended the Tisbury School Kindergarten through 8th grade. I began working here in 2004, and have been the principal since 2011. My two children graduated from this school. The Tisbury School is very much a part of me, and I am fortunate and proud to be part of this school community.
Sincerely,
John
