Priest River Elementary School Philosophy

Children learn best in a safe and caring environment where they can develop, and successfully practice the skills and attitudes needed to be contributing, responsible, satisfied and caring individuals, family members and citizens. We believe every child can and will learn when provided with the right learning climate and teaching strategies. To provide students with the best opportunities for success, we must work to develop and foster positive and productive partnerships with all segments of our community.

PRE Staff is committed to doing "Whatever it Takes" to ensure every student succeeds. 

The mission of School District #83 is threefold:

1. To assist EVERY student in achieving their full potential as individuals.
2. To create a partnership which strives to include ALL students, parents and community members.
3. To cultivate a safe, nurturing environment that promotes

-Mastery of essential learning

-Individual responsibility for life choices

-Respect for one another

-Learning as a life-long process