Welcome to the Goshen Elementary School Web Site
Principal's Message

Dear Parents, Students, and Friends of Goshen Elementary School,

Welcome to our updated website! Please explore the different links so you can learn all about our wonderful school. The excellence of Goshen Elementary School is a result of the combined efforts of our dedicated staff, hardworking students, and involved parents. Our staff consists of over 65 committed professionals who provide an effective instructional program for each and every student. Staff Development is a strong component of our professional learning community as we collaborate to maintain the high standard of achievement at Goshen. Highlights of our instructional program include:

• Balanced Literacy program in all grade levels
• Integration of writing across the curriculum
• Mathematics:
  • Hands on Equations implemented in grades 3-5
  • Emphasis on Problem-solving and use of manipulatives
• Hands-on discovery approach in Science
• Social Studies explorations integrated with reading and writing
• Art, Music, and PE integrated with grade level curriculums
• Special Education Languages classes with appropriate mainstreaming
• Technology support for all curriculum areas
• Band and Chorus, Grades 4 & 5

On the MCPS 2003 School Environment survey, parent responses registered high levels of satisfaction with our instructional program on comments such as "My child is given challenging material to learn" and "My child's teachers challenge my child to do his (her) best." 100% of our responding parents agreed with the statement, "My child's teachers expect my child to do his (her) schoolwork." Our 690 students come to school every day ready to be involved in learning activities. A climate of mutual respect supports the cooperative learning of our students. The Goshen Grizzly Bear presides over a safe and nurturing learning environment. Students who exhibit the BEAR characteristics of exemplary BEHAVIOR, EFFORT, ATTITUDE, and RESPECT are recognized by receiving BEAR awards throughout the year. Student leadership and talent are developed through our extracurricular activities, such as:

• Math Olympiad
• SGA - Student Government Association
• Goshen Peer Mediators
• Safety Patrols
• AM Goshen (MWF TV show)
• SERT/Green Team
• After School Academy Program
• Chess Club
• KinderPals

Student satisfaction was indicated in the MCPS Spring survey with high marks in areas such as "My teachers care about me," "There is an adult at school I can talk to when I have personal problems," and "I like going to this school." A distinctive hallmark of Goshen Elementary School is the extensive support provided by our involved and supportive parents and community members who devote many hours of volunteer time to enhance and enrich our programs. Each year we receive the Maryland State Department of Education Certificate of Merit for Outstanding Volunteer Service. Some of our PTA sponsored activities are:

• Family Welcome Back Picnic
• Book Fair
• Read Aloud Day
• Sock Hop
• International Night
• Hands-On Science
• Foreign Language in Elementary Schools (FLES)
• Group Piano

As you can see, we are very proud of our school and its staff, students, and community. We encourage you to visit Goshen and be an active part of our vibrant learning community. If you have any questions or concerns, please call us. It is through the cooperative partnerships of home and school that we are able to ensure success for every student and continue the high standards of excellence at Goshen Elementary School.

Sincerely, Linda F. King
Principal.

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