Mission and Vision
As part of Chicago Public Schools, our team is committed to Academic Progress, Operational Excellence, and Building Trust, which are the hallmarks of the CPS Blueprint, and which build on the goals and values established by our
District’s 5-year Vision.
OUR VISION
William P. Gray Elementary School envisions a school environment where home and school work together to support all students, including those with special needs and limited English proficiency, in meeting academic challenges; an environment where all students learn to read, write, problem solve, and communicate with others by addressing the unique learning needs of a diverse student population; and an environment which prepares all children to meet the technological needs of the future.
OUR MISSION
It is the mission of William P. Gray Elementary School to:
- Provide all children a safe and productive learning environment.
- Prepare children to meet the challenges of the future through the use of best practices in delivering instruction in reading, math, science and all other areas.
- By providing appropriate curriculum materials.
- By actively engaging learners.
- By differentiating instruction.
- By providing access to the curriculum for all learners, including those with special needs and limited English proficiency, to meet academic challenges.
- By assessing student learning.
- Promote self-growth and discipline.
- Form partnerships with parent and community organizations to improve learning.