Welcome to Old Quarry Middle School
Old Quarry Middle School
16100 W. 127 St.
Lemont, IL 60439
630-257-2286, ext. 4100
Mission Statement
At Old Quarry Middle School we believe every student...
>has the capacity to learn, grow, and develop into a knowledgeable, reflective, caring, ethical, and contributing citizen.
>must have access to the very best program and practices a school can offer.
>must be engaged in learning that is relevant, challenging, integrative, and exploratory.
>thrives academically, socially, and emotionally in a democratic learning environment where trust and respect are paramount and where family and community are actively involved.
>faces significant life choices and needs support in making wise and healthy decisions.
>deserves educators who are prepared to
work with this age group, who are themselves lifelong learners and
who are committed to their own ongoing professional development and
growth.
This statement is based on
This We Believe: Successful Schools for Young Adolescents, the
position paper of the National Middle School
Association
