Our School
Meet Our Principal
Allison Box, Ed. D.
Dear Stauffer Middle School Parents and Families,
It is with great joy and enthusiasm that I extend my warmest welcome to each and every one of you for the 2024-2025 school year. My name is Dr. Allison Box, and it is such an honor to be the principal of Stauffer Middle School and to have the opportunity to work with each and every one of you. Stauffer is such a special place to be, and I am thrilled to continue our journey together.
First and foremost, I want to express my heartfelt appreciation for entrusting us with the education and well-being of your children. We understand that your children are the most precious individuals in your lives, and we share in that sentiment. We are committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Creating a true sense of belonging for our students is at the heart of what we do at Stauffer Middle School. We believe that every student should feel valued, respected, and connected within our school community.
At Stauffer Middle School, we foster a culture of curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity, preparing our students to become lifelong learners and compassionate global citizens. We are dedicated to providing a well-rounded education that incorporates hands-on experiences, collaboration, and real-world connections to ensure that our students are prepared for the challenges and opportunities of the future.
Our team of dedicated educators is passionate about teaching. They bring expertise, enthusiasm, and a deep commitment to the success of each and every student. Together, we will work tirelessly to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment that celebrates the unique talents and strengths of every student.
A top priority for me is to continue to provide parents and families with ongoing communication and feedback. This helps promote parent partnerships that enhance academic programs and the all-around success of our students. Together, we can create a powerful support system that will empower our students to reach their full potential.
As we embark on this journey together, I want to assure you that my door is always open. Please do not hesitate to reach out to me or any member of our staff if you have questions or need assistance.
Once again, welcome to the 2024-2025 school year. I am truly excited about the possibilities and opportunities that lie ahead, and I look forward to getting to know each and every one of you.
Sincerely,
Allison Box, Ed.D.
Principal
Read, Lead, and Succeed!
Our Vision
We believe all children can achieve academic success. As a team of parents, staff, and students, we will work hard to ensure that our students become college and career-ready, globally competitive, and citizens of strong character.
Our Mission
Stauffer Middle School is dedicated to working as a partner with parents, students, and the community to ensure that all students master Common Core grade-level standards to become:
- Critical Readers
- Community members with positive character traits
- Independent life-long learners
- Engaged communicators
As a staff, we recognize the needs of a developing child through:
- Professional Learning Communities Collaboration between school, home, and the community
- Reading, writing, and speaking supported by evidence from texts
- A rigorous Common Core State Standards-based curriculum
- Student-centered instruction through collaborative learning
- Modeling the six pillars of Character
- The California Standards for Professional Leaders