Our mission at Marlborough is to provide a safe, supportive, and challenging learning environment to prepare our students to be active citizens working toward a responsible, caring society. This mission is based on the belief of members of the Marlborough community that it is important to:
- foster a climate that promotes
- caring, sharing, and mutual respect
- a positive attitude toward lifelong learning
- the development of self-esteem, creativity, confidence, and willingness to take risks
- the pursuit of excellence
- open communication among teachers, students, and families
- offer a balanced program which includes academics, athletics, visual and performing arts, and social activities
- utilize a variety of strategies, resources, and activities to promote
- the continuing growth of children’s knowledge and understanding of themselves and their world
- the ability to think critically and creatively, communicate effectively, and act wisely
- recognize that teachers, students, and parents have a shared responsibility in the learning process
- recognize that learning is both an individual and social process and that
- learning is natural and enjoyable, and requires the active participation of the learner
- children learn in a variety of ways and at different rates, reflecting personal interests, abilities, and experiences
- social interaction provides opportunities for children to examine their knowledge and beliefs, and contributes to their motivation to learn