OUR MISSION AND VISION
The mission of our magnet is to create a community of learners who will be prepared to meet the challenges of the 21st century in their chosen career paths. Our mission emphasizes depth of knowledge, quality of work, critical thinking, high ethical standards, and a life-long love of learning.
Equally important, 7th grade is a bridge year for students, requiring a higher level of maturity and responsibility in the classroom. Therefore, we place a special emphasis on social-emotional skills by teaching students core values that encourage them to always strive for compassionate solutions. We guide them to develop these solutions using discovery, creativity, problem-solving and innovation.
Equally important, 7th grade is a bridge year for students, requiring a higher level of maturity and responsibility in the classroom. Therefore, we place a special emphasis on social-emotional skills by teaching students core values that encourage them to always strive for compassionate solutions. We guide them to develop these solutions using discovery, creativity, problem-solving and innovation.
Thomas Starr King Middle School students will engage in innovative learning experiences, developing their intellect, creativity, curiosity, and compassion, in order to contribute meaningfully to their own lives, their community, and the world.