Tharptown Elementary School is a vibrant public elementary school serving students in pre-kindergarten through 6th grade as part of the Franklin County School District in Russellville, Alabama. We are committed to providing a high-quality, student-centered education that empowers every child to reach their full potential through engaging, hands-on learning experiences that promote critical thinking, problem-solving, and effective communication.
Our school community believes that “Teamwork Equals Success,” and we work collaboratively with families, staff, and community partners to support students academically, socially, and emotionally. We strive to meet the individual needs of students through differentiated instruction, provide a safe and nurturing environment conducive to learning, and foster meaningful relationships that enrich our diverse and growing community.
In addition to classroom instruction, Tharptown Elementary offers programs like our 21st Century Community Learning Center Afterschool Program, which provides homework support, enrichment activities, STEM/STEAM opportunities, and social development in a safe and supportive setting.
At Tharptown, we are proud of our dedicated staff, supportive community, and the leadership of our principal, and we are focused every day on preparing students to be confident, lifelong learners.
The mission of Tharptown Elementary is to provide all students with a quality educational experience that prepares them for a successful future.
Our vision is that Tharptown Elementary School will engage students in differentiated, collaborative, hands-on learning that promotes critical thinking in a safe and supportive environment. The philosophy of Tharptown Elementary School is Teamwork Equals Success. The stakeholders of Tharptown believe teamwork equals success, as the stakeholders share a set of common goals for the students of Tharptown Elementary:
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to meet students' individual learning needs through engaging, differentiated, standards-based learning.
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to ensure students explore new learning by using hands-on, concrete manipulatives to deepen their understanding of the content.
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to equip our students to effectively communicate using grade-level academic vocabulary to explain and defend their strategies.
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to offer educational activities that challenge students to think critically and take responsibility for their actions
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to provide a safe environment conducive to learning, which is essential in encouraging growth and development as safety drills are performed on a regular basis throughout the school year
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to provide clear communication to all stakeholders, which includes sharing the responsibility to help students reach their fullest potential
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to provide all stakeholders with opportunities to provide input in decision-making and school programs
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to foster relationships and provide support for all families as our learning community becomes more diverse.
