Sheldon Elementary

Mission Statement
Our mission at Sheldon Elementary School is to open the hearts and
minds of all learners by promoting intrinsic motivation in a safe,
positive learning environment. We maintain high expectations,
adapt instruction, and collaborate with students, staff, parents, and
the community. Ultimately, the students will enjoy becoming life-
long learners and productive citizens in society which will enrich our
communitys future.

Vision
Little TigersBig Dreams, Bright Futures!

Value Statement
It's all about the STRIPES!
Staff Demographics
Ethnicity
Hispanic 34%
White 53%
African American 13%
Staff Demographics
Gender
Males 10%
Females 90%
Years of Teaching Experience
0
5
10
15
20
25
30
0-5 Years 6-10 Years 11-20 Years Over 20 Years
Number of
Teachers
School Assignments
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
Number of
Teachers
Staff Demographics
Degrees
B.A. in Edu. 31%
B.S. in Edu. 34%
Other 19%
Masters 16%
Student Demographics
Sheldon Elementary services 704 students, grades 1-5

Ethnicity
Hispanic 74%
White 16%
African Amer 7%
Asian 3%
Student Demographics
Gender
Male 55%
Female 45%
Student Demographics
Subgroups
Economically
Disadvantaged 83%
LEP 42%
Special Ed 6%
Gifted and Talented
6%

Demographic Strengths


Reading
African American 80%
Hispanic and Economically Disadvantaged 72%
Math
Hispanic 71%
Writing
Hispanic 71%
Science
African American 70%
Demographic Needs
Math
African American 59%
Economically Disadvantages 68%
Writing
African American 67%
Economically Disadvantaged 68%
Science
Hispanic 61%
Economically Disadvantaged 63%
Targeting Demographic Needs
Saturday Enrichment Camp
Afterschool Tutoring
Teacher/Student mentor
Special Programs
Breakfast In the Classroom
Tiger University
Suzuki Violin
Tigers Helping Tigers
Honor Choir
Art Club
Student Council
Recycling Club