Mission
 

 

MISSION STATEMENT

 

Our mission is to inspire life-long learners to be responsible global citizens who have respect for themselves, the earth, and diverse cultures.

 

  • We establish a culture of learning that aims to enable learners to reach their full potential in all areas of development.
  • Our active involvement in local and international communities leads to a better understanding of ourselves and the world.
  • We lay the foundation for excellence by fostering attitudes and skills that will prepare learners to address the challenges of a changing world.

 

 

OUR VALUES

 

Excellence

At RBIS we:

  • realize that achievement is empowering and an integral part of human growth and interaction.
  • commit ourselves to a journey of excellence through which all members of our community are supported while pursuing worthwhile, achievable goals.
  • Establish a faculty of well-trained, prepared teachers through on-going professional development.

 

Global Perspective

At RBIS we:

·        cooperate with local and international organizations that share our environmental perspectives.

·        extend learning through school-wide environmental awareness projects.

·        assist students in developing an open-minded perspective by providing exposure to alternate points of view through language and culture studies. 

 

Inclusive

At RBIS we:

  • welcome and celebrate members of distinct cultures, learning styles, and abilities and establish a community firmly rooted in diversity.
  • recognize and accommodate each individual’s particular learning style through differentiated instruction and unique programs.

 

Respect

At RBIS we:

  • establish a setting where each member of the community has a voice and an opportunity to be heard.
  • recognize as adults we must model acceptance, empathy, and mutual respect at all times and encourage and value our students as they demonstrate these traits.
  • advocate for tolerance and respect, and extend these values beyond the school environment.

 

Learning

At RBIS we:

  • implement an inquiry-based approach to learning that encourages active involvement and recognizes the value of students’ interests and ideas.
  • introduce a wide-range of experiences within the curriculum that challenge all areas of development encouraging learners to be curious and knowledgeable, independent and adaptable.
  • encourage every individual to take responsibility for his or her own learning.