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Our School<\/h1>\n

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Meet Our Principal<\/h2>\n

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Hey Spartans,<\/p>\n

Stauffer Middle School has a proud tradition of excellence, and I am honored to join a community recognized as both an Apple Distinguished School and a California Schools to Watch campus. These distinctions reflect a school that is not only high-performing, but forward-thinking\u2014where innovation, strong instruction, and meaningful student experiences are part of everyday learning. What makes Stauffer special, however, goes beyond recognition. It is the collective commitment of our staff, students, and families to do what\u2019s best for kids and to continuously improve. That foundation is strong, and it positions us well for what\u2019s next.<\/p>\n

At Stauffer, we will continue to Level Up with purpose. For me, that means strengthening systems, continuing to build strong relationships, and ensuring every classroom delivers engaging, high-quality instruction for every student. Our Spartans should feel challenged, supported, and connected every day. Whether through rigorous academics or opportunities in band, drama, robotics, AVID, and beyond, we will continue to expand what\u2019s possible for our students. Together, we will build on what makes Stauffer great while pushing ourselves to grow, improve, and take this school to the next level. I am excited to partner with you as part of the Stauffer family because I truly believe that Stauffer has the best to offer!<\/p>\n

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Our Vision<\/span><\/h2>\n

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.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Our Mission<\/h2>\n

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:<\/p>\n

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  • Critical Readers<\/li>\n
  • Community members with positive character traits<\/li>\n
  • Independent life-long learners<\/li>\n
  • Engaged communicators<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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    As a staff, we recognize the needs of a developing child through:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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    • Professional Learning Communities Collaboration between school, home, and the community<\/li>\n
    • Reading, writing, and speaking supported by evidence from texts<\/li>\n
    • A rigorous Common Core State Standards-based curriculum<\/li>\n
    • Student-centered instruction through collaborative learning<\/li>\n
    • Modeling the six pillars of Character<\/li>\n
    • The California Standards for Professional Leaders<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

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      Read, Lead, and Succeed!<\/h1>\n

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      Home of the Spartans<\/strong> | Read, Lead, Succeed<\/span><\/h3>\n

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