Principal's Message

Leading adolescents through the process of becoming competent, responsible and respectful contributors to our community is our mission at Greenacres Middle School. As we carry out the goals of the Central Valley Strategic Plan, it is excellence for which we strive.

We promote excellence through teaching and learning. Our goal is for Greenacres students to meet or exceed local and state academic standards. To support all students in reaching that goal, Greenacres has two I-728 staff members to help focus on math and reading instruction as well as student learning. In addition, staff development focuses on improved teaching strategies for math, reading, writing and technology.

We promote excellence through parent, business, and community support and involvement. The 6th grade parents work weekly with students to support our spelling program. PTA is also an integral part of our school providing much needed support to classrooms through parent helpers as well as financial assistance. The School Improvement Team for Education (S.I.T.E.) provides feedback and guidance to the school through monthly meetings. The council comprised of staff, parents, and business representatives guides our decision making process. Our annual Student-Led Parent Conferences provide an opportunity for students, parents, and teachers to jointly discuss academic goals and focus on students as learners as related by the Portrait of a Central Valley Student.

We promote excellence through our extra- and co-curricular activities. We believe in the value of teamwork and involvement in school activities. We offer Extended Day Programs as well as Athletics and Intramurals to provide students with the opportunity to participate in a total school program or to access assistance with their homework in meeting district and state standards. We are thankful for the students, staff, parents and businesses who give meaning to our mission of excellence in education.

Vern DiGiovanni, Principal