Linda Wishon (K-4)
Lidjea Andrews (5-8)
(336)372-8546
The Mission of Sparta Elementary School is to create the safest and most effective school possible. The ultimate goal is to teach our children to be self-directed learners who can adapt to an everchanging society.
KINDNESS
Never look down on anybody unless you're helping him up. ~Jesse Jackson
Today, give a stranger one of your smiles. It might be the only sunshine he sees all day. ~Quoted in P.S. I Love You, compiled by H. Jackson Brown, Jr.
Treat everyone with politeness, even those who are rude to you - not because they are nice, but because you are. ~Author Unknown
Respect (August)
Showing high regard for an authority, other people, self and country. Treating others as you would want to be treated. Understanding that all people have value as human beings.
Self-discipline (September)
Demonstrating hard work controlling your emotions, words, actions, impulses and desires. Giving your best in all situations.
Responsibility (October)
Being accountable in word and deed. Having a sense of duty to fulfill tasks with reliability, dependability and commitment.
Citizenship (November)
Being law abiding and involved in service to school, community and country.
Honesty (December)
Telling the truth, admitting wrongdoing. Being trustworthy and acting with integrity.
Coperation (January)
Working together for a common purpose, the ability to take winning or losing without gloating or complaining.
Kindness (February)
Being considerate, courteous, helpful, and understanding of others. Showing care, compassion, friendship, and generosity. Treating others as you would like to be treated.
Courage (March)
Doing the right thing in face of difficulty and following your conscience instead of the crowd.
Good Judgement (April)
Choosing worthy goals and setting priorities. Thinking through the consequences of your actions. Basing decisions on practical wisdom and good sense.
Perseverance (May)
Pursuing worthy objectives with determination and patience while exhibiting fortitude when confronted with failure.
Friendship (June/July)
A personal relationship which consits of trust, faith and concern for each others feelings.