Tamarac Education Centre in Port Hawkesbury

At Tamarac Education Centre . . We believe that students learn best in a positive school climate which fosters mutual respect, caring, ownership, trust and is inclusive of all within the school community. We believe that successful teaching is student-centered, engaging and responsive to individual needs and differences and enhanced through professional collaboration. We believe that effective discipline must be supported through the provision of proactive programs emphasizing mediation, positive recognition and the development of mutual respect. We believe in the recognition and celebration of achievement and the development of positive, highly valued school traditions. We believe that parents and community members are partners in education and effective communication, teamwork and collaboration between all partners contributes significantly to student success in school. We believe that involvement in extra- and co-curricular activities contributes to an enriched school experience for students, developing identity, self-esteem and teamwork. Misson Statement Tamarac Education Centre is dedicated to providing a peaceful, caring learning community where individual student growth and potential for life-long learning is nurtured in preparation for citizenship in a global community.