Mrs. Kristine Castro

Vision Statement

Churchland Academy Elementary School envisions a future where every child experiences boundless opportunities for growth and achievement. Our vision is to foster a nurturing environment that ignites curiosity, fosters creativity, and celebrates diversity. We aspire for educational excellence, where collaboration, innovation, and compassion empower students to reach their full potential. Together with our community, we cultivate lifelong learners who are prepared to thrive and make a positive impact in a globally competitive society. 

Mission Statement 

In collaboration with all stakeholders, our mission at Churchland Academy Elementary School is to empower all students to become lifelong learners, confident and collaborative communicators, and responsible, future-ready citizens in a safe, inclusive, and innovative learning environment. 

Core Beliefs

All students can learn and be challenged with high expectations.

• Learning is a life-long process.

• Celebrate diversity and create inclusive, equitable learning environments.

• Share a passion for learning and model curiosity and perseverance.

Students must feel safe, both physically and emotionally, in their school and their classrooms.

Students will communicate effectively through oral, written, visual, artistic, and technical modes of expression.

Students will be able to think critically as an individual and in collaboration with others. 

Students will demonstrate self-reliance, time management, and acceptance of personal responsibility.

Students will demonstrate community involvement and an awareness of their global responsibility to others and the environment.