Our Vision:

To make a difference in the world by developing future leaders and citizens who will seek solutions, never give up, and treat everyone with kindness and respect.

Our Mission:

Sundown Lane is a joyful place of learning where every student is loved, encouraged to dream big for their futures, and equipped to realize those dreams through a strong educational foundation, social and emotional wellness, and a growth mindset.  

Our Collective Commitments

The Sundown Lane staff commits to:

• recognize and value the uniqueness and gifts of every individual (students, parents, and staff), and to never allow circumstances to be obstacles to success.

• build loving relationships with each other and every student through empathy and acts of kindness.

• building and sustain a positive learning environment by treating each other, parents, and students with respect and courtesy.

• partner with parents and welcome families as part of our learning community.

• ensure the safety of our students physically, emotionally, and socially.

• convey school pride

• create a culture of continual improvement for ourselves and our students through setting goals, inviting feedback, being open to change, focusing on results, and celebrating growth.

• develop tenacity, stamina, and a “never give up” growth mindset in every student through example and expectation.

• create engaging meaningful rigorous lessons that inspire lifelong learning.

• teach bell to bell with targeted intentionality and joyful passion.

• differentiate instruction to ensure that each child meets their full potential.

• cultivate thinkers, problem solvers, and collaborators.

• encourage risk-taking and innovation.

• use technology in innovative ways to engage learners and prepare them for their futures.

• support each other and collaborate as a team to ensure instruction and learning is the best it can be.

• communicate by being fully present, actively listening, maintaining an open mind, and courageously communicating needs and ideas for the good of Sundown Lane.

• Above all, Sundown Lane Staff commits to… every student, every day.