Vision Statement

• At Laurel Ridge Elementary School, our vision is to strive for inclusion and compassion for all, resilience and perseverance in learning, and empowerment of the individual.

Mission Statement

• At Laurel Ridge Elementary School, our mission is to work collaboratively with families and students to foster curiosity, promote global learners, and provide a safe school culture for each child.

Laurel Ridge A to Z

•  Laurel Ridge welcomes our new Lion families to our school community. The Laurel Ridge A to Z is an informal guide that provides parents, guardians, and students with an overview of some of the rules, procedures, and PTA-sponsored activities at our school. 

Core Values and Beliefs

• We believe that high-quality instruction results in positive student achievement.

• Our school is a community of learners sharing ideas, experiences, and unique talents.

• We believe that students learn best when they feel valued, safe, and respected.

• Learning, in general, is a life-long dynamic that is unique to each individual.

• Learning is a life-long process and everyone can learn in different ways. We believe that a safe and engaging learning environment is necessary to take risks and to gain success.

• We believe collaboration is essential to learning and growth. Collaboration operates best among people who respect and value each other and have a common goal.

• Collaboration is being accountable for sharing and listening.