The mission of Charles H. Chipman Elementary School is to provide each student with quality instruction, a variety of diversified learning opportunities and a positive educational environment, which inspires classroom success, personal achievement and responsible citizenship.

• All children can learn and experience success regardless of diversity, capabilities or background.


• Education must be the shared responsibility of the individual, family, school, and community.


• Children have a right to learn in a safe and positive environment.


• All instruction must be meaningful and continually challenging for children to reach their full potential.


• Learning experiences must develop positive attitudes, enhance self-esteem and install strong personal values.


• Individual integrity, tolerance and respect for others must be taught, modeled, expected, and acknowledged.