Hours

First Bell: 7:55
Tardy Bell: 8:05
Dismissal: 3:01

Philosophy

Ruth Hoppin Elementary School strives to maintain a caring, family atmosphere while encouraging students to excel academically and personally. We seek to blend time-honored practices with current research-based instructional strategies to give each student the best education possible. We value the power of teamwork to maximize the best use of our skills. We believe that with students, parents, staff, and community working together, we make our school the best it can be.

Our Beliefs About Teaching and Learning

• We will build professional and caring relationships between staff, students, and families.
• We will set high expectations to challenge students to achieve their highest potential and become independent thinkers.
• We will be creative, enthusiastic, and positive role models.
• We will encourage and acknowledge each student’s growth and effort.
• We will support student learning using different teaching strategies.
• Staff and curriculum are interconnected and require collaboration.
• Students learn differently and at their own pace.
• Students will apply skills learned in school to many aspects of life.
• Students learn best when provided with structure, support, and routine
• Community and family play a key role in student success
• Students will take responsibility for their learning.

Achievements

Academic standards and student achievement are very high at Hoppin Elementary School. The percentage of students achieving satisfactory scores exceeds state averages in the core content areas of writing, math, reading, and science. Hoppin staff, students, and parents value education and are proud of student success.

Results Matter

Hoppin Elementary School recognizes that improvement is a continuous process with improving student achievement as our primary focus. The school improvement plan is reviewed annually for this to be accomplished.