- Wilson K-8 School
- About Us
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Richard. B. Wilson Jr. K-8 School is centrally located in the town of Oro Valley in Pima County just 3 miles northwest of Tucson Proper and is considered to be part of the greater Tucson metropolitan area. The town of Oro Valley is a quiet suburban community of 41,000 that is nestled between the Catalina and Tortolita mountain ranges.
The Wilson Community will provide a balanced academic foundation in a safe, culturally aware learning environment that enables students to attain their full potential. We believe in maintaining a unified K-8 philosophy along with setting high expectations to encourage students to achieve their full potential and promote self-esteem. Additionally, we believe in developing student proficiency in the core subject areas of reading, writing, math, science, and social studies recognizing and valuing individual learning styles, and creating a balanced educational environment that addresses social, emotional, and physical development. Finally, Wilson K-8 believes in fostering communication, cooperation, and support between home, school, and community, providing a safe environment with mutual respect for all, and encouraging participation and community service. Wilson K-8 embodies its mission by offering a comprehensive world-class educational opportunity to meet the individual needs of each student. This includes upholding rigorous academic expectations and developmentally supportive extracurricular programs. Through our programs and school culture we demonstrate the district values of achievement, caring, creativity, curiosity, diligence, diversity, fairness, honesty, kindness, respectfulness, responsibility, and service to the community.
Respect and Positive Attitude…..“We’ve Got It”
Wilson provides opportunities in academics fine arts, athletics, and extra-curricular activities to remain competitive in the 21st century
- Wilson strives to achieve academic and performance excellence every day
- Wilson creates global connections by using collaboration, inquiry and technology
- Wilson students are young leaders who are respectful, responsible problem solvers in the school and the community
- Families, businesses, residents and employees support the Wilson learning environment
Mission
The mission of Wilson K-8 is to empower students to become confident, contributing individuals. The Wilson K-8 community will provide a balanced academic foundation in a safe, culturally aware learning environment that enables students to attain their full potential.
Vision
Wilson K-8 is a student-centered educational environment that provides quality academics, instills individual integrity and emphasized the importance of making positive contributions to society.