Climate & Culture
School Climate and Culture at Skyline Elementary
At Skyline Elementary School, we understand that the social, emotional, and physical well-being of every student is foundational to their success. Our staff is more than just a collection of individuals—we are a united team, passionately committed to the growth and development of our students. From our custodial and cafeteria staff to our teachers, paraprofessionals, and office staff, we work together with one shared goal: to support and uplift the next generation.
Our school implements a variety of programs and initiatives designed to enhance our school’s culture and climate, including:
· Anti-bullying programs, presentations, and activities
· Family-school engagement opportunities
· Rigorous and current curriculum
· Reading buddies with older and younger students
· School wide assemblies and play days
· Positive behavior class posters and rewards
· Attendance tracking and support
· Monthly spirit days
· 3rd-5th grade school leadership roles
· Yearly field trips
· Monthly social and emotional themes
· A highly engaged school counselor
· Trained adults to support students' behavioral and academic needs
· An active PTO
Building and maintaining a positive school culture at Skyline Elementary is an ongoing process that involves everyone in our community. We actively seek input from students, parents, and staff to ensure that our school remains a place where every child feels valued and supported.
Student Engagement
At Skyline Elementary, we believe that student success is deeply connected to family involvement. When parents and family members engage in their child’s school life, students thrive. We are committed to providing challenges and opportunities that help students develop strong academic skills, a sense of belonging, and a love for lifelong learning.
Our school is more than a place to earn a diploma; it’s a community where students gain the knowledge and skills they need for lifelong success. We strive to create a welcoming environment for all families.
We design our programs to bring together the most important people in a child’s life—school staff and families—in a collaborative way that ensures student success.
Through our academic and social support programs, students at Skyline receive the foundation they need to succeed. Stay informed about what’s happening at your child’s school through Parent Square.
Ways to Get Involved
Here are some ways you can directly participate in your child’s school experience:
· Reading with students
· Small-group activities
· Special class projects
· Test monitoring
· Parent-teacher organizations
· Before and afterschool clubs
· Tutoring
· Speaking to a class about your career or special interest
· Sponsoring or chaperoning activities or field trips
· Assisting with office tasks
· Joining the PTO
If you’re willing to share your energy and talents, we have a place for you at Skyline Elementary!
To learn more about PBIS, visit /teaching-learning/pbis
- Be Respectful
- Be Responsible
- Be Safe
Bus Rider Expectations
Be Safe | Be Responsible | Be Respectuful |
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Back to Back & Seat to Seat |
5 Minutes before at Bus Stop 5 Big Steps Back from Roadway |
Follow Drivers Directions at All Times |
Food Free Zone | Go Directly to your Seat | Classroom Voice Zone |
Silence at and during RxR Crossing | Get on /off bus at your Designated Stop | Get on /off bus at your Designated Stop Treat Each Other with Kindness |
Cross only in Front of Bus | Keep Yourself & all your items inside your Backpack and Seat Space | Hands & Feet to Yourself |
Skateboards/Glass and Any Oversized item Free Zone | Missed Bus or Home Bound Bus, Go Directly Home |
Respect Each Others Space |
Before and After School Expectations
Be Safe | Be Responsible | Be Respectuful |
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Wait quietly | Use crosswalks | Be patient waiting for the bell |
Stay on sidewalk | Keep backpack with you | Talk politely to everyone |
Using Walking Feet | Breakfast eaters go immediately to breakfast | Allow younger students to go first |
Use appropriate voice levels inside and outside the building | Walkers meet parents or siblings and walk straight home | Help younger students |
Listen to adult directions | Bus riders walk through both solariums and line up on the bus lines | Walk on your right side always this means sidewalks, through doors, and by people |
Wait for lines to pass and avoid cutting through class lines or students lines | Students picked up by parents in cars go directly to the covered play area | Follow the directions of our Safety Patrol |
Skyline Hallway and Breezeway Expectations
Be Safe | Be Responsible | Be Respectuful |
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Respect property | Be on time | Walk at all times |
Use quiet voice | Stay to the right | Use walkways |
Keep hands to self and be respectful of personal space | Don’t disrupt classes | Enter doors on your right |
Silent shoes (no squeaking) | Model good behavior for others | Hold doors for those behind you |
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