Acceptance and Understanding of ALL
Virginia R. Boris Elementary strives to become a model of excellence for 21st century learning, global citizenship, innnovation, and shared leadership. We encourage inclusion of all students and staff across our campus through a variety of learning and culture building opportunities.
The Positivity Project
The Positivity Project is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping America's youth build stronger relationships by recognizing 24 character strengths in themselves and others. Our vision is to create citizens and leaders who will enhance our communities and country by internalizing the belief that "Other People Mindset".
Boris Positivity Project
Student Leadership
Student Council
Boris student council takes an active role in promoting positive school envrironment through various activities during the school year. Examples include, leading the school in the flag salute and BOLD chant daily, public service announcements specific to character development, and involvement in school wide activities. Student council also takes an active role in philanthropic endeavors such as the community food drives, coat drives and diseaster relief.
Human Relations
Boris Human Relations Council is made up of 4th, 5th and 6th graders who are interested in positively influencing peer relations on the Boris Campus and in our community. These students have been involved in National Mix It Up day, Pennies For Patients, Hurricane Relief and various other Pay It Forward community activities.
Human Relations Pay it Forward Campaign
Intramurals
Boris Elementary strives to increase positive playground interactions during recess time, where students learn about teamwork, collaboration and communication to reach a common goal. This is one way our students can develop the mantra "win with class, lose with dignity" and establish a growth mindset in all they do. It is our hope that students will gain confidence and the skill base to help them continue to pursue future athletic involvement.
Mr. Peace
Mr. Peace is a nationally recognized motivational speaker who inspires us each time he visits. He has a variety of assembly programs that promote acceptance of ALL. He encourages students to do what is right, appreciate the differences of others and that kindness can positively change hearts.
Be a Leader (Official music video) Featuring Our Boris Chargers
Mr. Peace visits Boris Elementary for the first time
Mr. Peace's second visit
Mr. Peace's third visit
Digital Citizenship
Digital citizenship is a concept which helps teachers, technology leaders, and parents to understand what students and technology users should know to use technology appropriately and safely. Digital citizenship is more than just a teaching tool. It helps all students to develop digital citizenship skills to participate fully in their communities and make smart choices online and in life.
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