Our District & School
We are proud to be an Arizona A+ school. This honor is due to our high academic standards and the hard work and dedication of our diligent students, our committed staff, and our supportive community.
Our School Mission
Elgin School’s professional learning community, encompassing the professional staff along with families and the community at large, fosters intellectual, emotional, and social growth to empower the special student population to become productive 21st-century citizens.
Our School Vision
Elgin School’s professional learning community, encompassing the professional staff along with families and the community at large, fosters intellectual, emotional, and social growth to empower the special student population to become productive 21st-century citizens.
We Believe...
- A successful learning environment respects the differences in all individuals.
- All individuals should be actively engaged in learning.
- A sense of order promotes learning.
- Children learn best in small classes.
- Teachers are the foundation of a strong educational system and should be mentors and motivators.
- Learning is a lifelong journey.
- A physically and emotionally safe environment should exist for all members of Elgin School.
- Every child should become a positive, contributing member of society.
- Parental involvement in school is essential to student achievement.
- Mastering skills enhances self-esteem.
- Successful experiences are essential for every child.
- Appropriate challenges help individuals achieve their full potential.