Middletown Village Elementary School is located on King’s Highway in the heart
of historic Middletown. This unique setting is reflected in both the
instructional program and cultural activities of the school. A student-created
mural depicts the historical buildings in the neighborhood. Classes
routinely participated in the history of the community through history
walks and guest speakers.
Students at Middletown Village reflect a wide range of cultures, abilities and
interests. In addition to classes from kindergarten to grade five,
we offer classes for students with language and learning difficulties.
There are frequent opportunities for students of all classes to come
together for special project work and grade level events. These opportunities
are designed and implemented by a dedicated teaching staff and supported
by curricula which reflect current state and national standards. The
teachers, many of whom hold advanced degrees or extensive graduate
level credits, make an ongoing effort to remain current in educational
practices through professional reading, and attendance at courses,
seminars, and workshops. Several teachers and the principal are also
recipients of Middletown Education Foundations grants supportive of
their curriculum innovations.
Another characteristic of the school is
the high level of teacher/parent/community involvement. Volunteerism
enhances many aspects of the instructional
program. From staffing the school library, to assistance with preparation
of classroom materials, to organizing special programs such as “Its
OK to be Different”, parent volunteers provide ongoing support.
The Parent Faculty Association is an active force in the culture of
the
school. Members of this group play a vital role in providing orientation,
parent information, fund raising, home/school communications, and
school-wide projects.
All the qualities of a vital learning organization
are reflected by the students, staff, and parents at Middletown
Village School.