Eastside Elementary

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Welcome to Eastside Elementary School! As your principal, my philosophy is plain and simple; it is all about students. I believe that a principal has to be accessible, and therefore, I maintain an accessible presence for our parents, teachers, and students. I believe that parent involvement is essential to the success of our school. I believe all students need to know they are valued as a member of the school. I believe when schools, parents and children work together, the impossible becomes possible.

Our mission is to ensure all students acquire the skills and knowledge necessary to be successful at the next level of their education. We believe students are our nation’s most valuable resource. We also believe they can and will learn if they are provided with the necessary support from home, school, and community. Basic skills are essential for a sound education. However, our children need to demonstrate mastery not only for specific subject areas but also in the areas of responsibility and self-discipline. Behavior is maintained by its consequences. We believe it is partially our responsibility to teach our students to behave appropriately. We support the idea that we should provide students with training that enables them to make appropriate choices in a climate of warmth and support. Keeping in mind that persuasion is more powerful than fear and that influence is greater than control, we believe in reinforcement of desired behaviors. To establish and maintain an effective school climate, we must perceive excellence from our students, parents, and staff. We cannot achieve excellence if we do not expect excellence.

We welcome your involvement and participation in Eastside and look forward to collaborating with you. Together, a dedicated staff, involved parents, and committed students can make Eastside an exceptional place for students to learn and grow.

Skylar Brooks

Skylar Brooks is a 5th-grade teacher at Sallisaw Public Schools who believes that meaningful learning begins with strong relationships. Currently pursuing a Master of Science from Northeastern State University, Skylar approaches each day as a fresh start for her students, leading with grace and empathy. She finds her greatest reward in watching her students' confidence grow as they realize they are capable, supported, and valued members of her classroom.