Red Mill Elementary School opened in 1989 under the leadership of principal David Portis and assistant principal Charles Grindle. The school draws students from a mix of suburban, rural, and beachfront areas. Red Mill has about 700 students from preschool through 5th grade.
Mission Statement
Red Mill Elementary promotes educational excellence, within a safe and nurturing environment, while encouraging everyone to achieve his/her full potential.
Values:
- We believe educators and parents should strive to make children feel good about themselves and their work.
- We believe teachers and parents should recognize the uniqueness of every child and encourage each to achieve his/her full potential.
- We believe that providing a caring and safe learning environment will promote a high level of academic success.
- We believe there should be flexibility and creativity in teaching strategies and methods in order to reach all children.
- We believe that effective communication between school and home will enhance a child's education.
- We believe teachers and parents should strive to be positive role models for children.
- We believe that a climate of mutual respect among teachers, parents, and students fosters optimum learning.
- We believe schools should promote a commitment to excellence through strong instructional leadership.