Mission & Goals

Mission

Lorne Akins School is committed to excellence in public education which fosters the joy of life-long learning.

Goals

At Lorne Akins School, both students and staff are learners, consider learning to be "Job 1", and are committed to the pursuit of excellence in education through:

  • providing a safe, caring, supportive and compassionate learning environment;
  • encouraging the development of creative and critical thinking skills;
  • meeting the learning needs of all students, with the direct, valuable assistance and resources of our parents and our community;
  • emphasizing the growth and development of students and staff in a vibrant, dynamic learning environment; and
  • recognizing and building on each student's strengths to develop self-esteem and respect for self and others.