Mission

Our mission is to provide an exemplary educational program that includes all students. Our developmentally appropriate, student and family-centered approach nurtures students to expand their developmental skills, in order to build a foundation for life-long learning.

Philosophy

Bridges, the name of our school, symbolizes an inclusive learning community that builds bridges of understanding, awareness and support by connecting children and families with a variety of different needs, cultures and backgrounds. At Bridges we believe that inclusive education is beneficial to all of the students who have the opportunity to participate. Inclusion builds compassionate relationships among students, develops self-esteem in individuals, and develops the awareness that everyone has strengths and challenges.

The constructivist learning theories of Jean Piaget, John Dewey and L.S. Vygotsky are the foundation of Bridges' educational philosophy. These developmental theories support our student-centered, hands-on, active learning instructional approach. Constructivist learning theories maintain that learning is an active process. Bridges Public Charter School values the process and experience of learning as much as the product of learning.