Mission, Core Values, Code of Conduct

OUR MISSION

The mission of Learning First Charter Public School is to prepare a diverse cross-section of Worcester children for success as students, workers, and citizens by providing them with a high-quality education at prevailing public school costs. Since 1996, we have helped over 2,000 children achieve their goals in school and beyond to become successful and responsible members of the Worcester community.

We are open to students entering grades K-8 and committed to celebrating the diversity of our community where every child and every parent feels welcome and connected. In January 2023, we moved to a new building at 50 Richland Street in the Vernon Hill neighborhood of Worcester, where our students have more space to learn, grow and thrive.

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OUR CORE VALUES

Wisdom ◦ Justice ◦ Courage ◦ Compassion ◦ Hope ◦ Respect ◦ Responsibility ◦ Integrity

This commitment was written to provide clarity around the key behaviors that will help to create a safe, positive and productive culture for learning. Although we have strong systems in place to enable all students to successfully learn and meet these expectations, there will inevitably be times when things happen that are out of alignment with our school’s expectations

◦ Wisdom:

Listen. Be engaged in your learning. Participate.
Ask questions. Learn from your mistakes and try harder every day.
Work with your teachers to set goals and measure growth.
Believe that you can achieve your dreams, no matter what seems to be in the way.

◦ Justice:

Learn about and understand other peoples’ culture, history, and values.
Help us to understand your family’s culture, history and values.
Treat others fairly.
When you see someone do wrong, don’t ignore it.

◦ Courage

Have the courage to always do and be your best and to help others do and be their best.
Be resilient – learn from mistakes and try again.
Do the right thing. Find a peaceful way to solve problems with others.
Stand up for what you believe.

◦ Compassion

Be kind, be safe, be responsible: everyday, with everyone.
Be giving of yourself and your time.
Listen to other people’s ideas or points of view, and share your ideas respectfully.
Show empathy for others.
Go out of your way to help others.
Use good language and good manners with everyone.

◦ Hope

Believe in yourself and your classmates! Never give up!
Know that you can make a difference!
Know that LFCPS is only the beginning. Focus on college, career and beyond!
Think and talk about your hopes for the future. Take actions every day to make those hopes and dreams come true!

◦ Respect

Respect your heart by always being and doing your best. Don’t allow others to determine who you are.
Respect your mind by learning new things, accepting and persevering through challenges.
Respect your body by feeding it well, getting fresh air, exercise and sleep. Establish safe and healthy boundaries grounded in your values and goals for your future.
Respect others by accepting them for who they are, listening to their ideas and pushing them to be and do their best.
Respect differences. Everyones’ uniqueness makes them special!
Respect others’ right to learn by following school rules, expectations and procedures.
Respect your environment. Take care of nature, your home, school community and belongings.
Respect your education. Know that education is your key to opportunity!

◦ Responsibility

Follow school and community rules.
Come to school on time, in uniform, ready to learn. Bring a signed agenda and a positive attitude.
If you make, or see, a mess, clean it up. If you make a mistake, admit it and help to fix it.
Do what it takes to be a good learner. Do your homework and class work, read every day, and work together to solve problems.
Understand that the more you try, the more you will grow.

◦ Integrity

Be true to yourself.
Hold fast to your dreams. You are going to be a successful student, worker and citizen if you work hard and make good choices in your life.
Do the right thing, even when nobody is looking.

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Code of Conduct

At LFCPS, our Code of Conduct is built on three principals: Be Kind, Be Safe, Be Responsible. These principles guide our students in creating a positive, respectful, and inclusive school community where everyone can thrive. We believe that kindness fosters strong relationships, safety ensures a secure and supportive learning environment, and responsibility empowers students to make thoughtful choices. By embracing these values, our students develop the social and emotional skills necessary for success in school and beyond.

Be Kind. Be Safe. Be Responsible.