R - Respect
O - Order
A - Attitude
R - Responsibility
Graham Park’s staff is committed to making our school a community of learners in a bully and harassment free environment. We have implemented an exciting new program: R.O.A.R. (Respect, Order, Attitude, Responsibility). This is a Positive School-wide Discipline Program, in conjunction with the Virginia Department of Education. Incentives such as drawings for prizes (like bicycles and TVs) for kids with no referrals, positive ROAR postcards home, teacher incentives, and a student mentor program to build an upbeat, positive learning environment. The Park provides its students with the mechanisms and skills needed to master the critical challenges and demands of the 21st century in a committed and caring environment.
Graham Park is a Math/Science Specialty School. Students enrolled in the program are given opportunities to explore in depth mathematical and scientific concepts and principles in an intensive program of study. Besides a challenging curriculum, students have the opportunity to further develop their critical thinking skills. All students in the program are required to complete a science fair project in the spring.
Parents/guardians are a crucial component of our Teaching, Learning, Caring philosophy emphasizes positive and good working relationships. Parents/guardians are encouraged to become a vital part of the school community by taking a few minutes each day to review the Student Agenda, volunteering to serve on various committees and activities sponsored by the Parent Student Teacher Organization (PTSO), serving on the Principal’s Advisory Council (PAC) or simply by encouraging their student(s) to complete class and homework assignments and to become involved in extracurricular activities.
