Why Families Choose Us
Our community is built on strong relationships, shared core beliefs, and meaningful family partnerships. Students are known, challenged, and celebrated.
At New Emerson, learning is about more than academics—it’s about connection, curiosity, and community. Families choose us because of:
- Strong Partnerships with Families – Our active PTO and vibrant family events, including Explorations, Homecoming, Bingo Night, Pancake Breakfast, I Love to Read Night, Family Dance, STEAM Careers Week, Talent Show, Field Day, STEAMposium, Math Night, Science Night, Harvest Festival, and Ornament Painting.
- Shared Core Beliefs – We believe:
- in a comprehensive approach to literacy instruction.
- in high expectations for children and adults.
- in the importance of building growth mindsets.
- learners thrive when they feel ownership and control over their own learning (learner agency), supported by growth-producing feedback.
- in meeting the needs of the whole child.
- in lifelong learning for children and adults.
- in the value of STEAM for developing future-ready skills.
- in offering authentic, experiential, problem-based learning that differs from traditional neighborhood schools.
- in shared commitment and partnership with families in education.
- Celebrated Achievements –
- John Irwin Award for Academic Excellence (10 consecutive years, excluding COVID)
- Governor’s Distinguished Improvement Award for Growth (2023 & 2024).
Families say New Emerson feels like home—where children are known, supported, and inspired to grow.