Ruth Chaffee Elementary School

The mission of the Ruth L. Chaffee School community is to foster a love of learning in an innovative, cooperative climate which empowers all students to be competent, productive, respectful and responsible citizens.

Our children are the future leaders of an ever-changing global society. We are dedicated to their success.

Students at Ruth L. Chaffee Elementary School will:

• Strive to do their best everyday
• Achieve excellence in all areas of learning
• Acquire the necessary technological skills to compete in a global society;
• Apply problem-solving strategies
• Assume responsibility for their own learning
• Develop a creative awareness and appreciation for the visual and performing arts

Students at Ruth L. Chaffee Elementary School will:

• Be responsible and productive citizens by adhering to our Chaffee Cardinal Rules (Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Responsible)
• Interact cooperatively with others academically and socially
• Value and respect the diversity in our community
• Contribute to the school community and society
• Develop positive physical, social and emotional health habits