Home of the Little Bears
School Hours: 8:00 - 3:00 |
6950 Dawnhill Road
Bartlett, TN 38135
901-373-2636 Fax: 901-373-1395
Principal: Dr. BessAnne McKnight
e-mail: bmcknight@scsk12.org |
Ellendale Elementary
Administrators

Principal
Dr. BessAnne McKnight
Mission Statement
The mission of the faculty and staff of Ellendale Elementary
School is to enable our students to function as productive members of society
by fostering optimal student development and achievement.
Collaborative efforts produced the following beliefs:
- Opportunities are provided for all students to achieve success to their
fullest potential in a safe and comfortable learning environment.
- A variety of teaching strategies and assessments are implemented to accommodate
the varied learning styles of all students.
- All students are viewed as valued and unique individuals with their own
emotional, social, intellectual, and physical needs.
- Consistent and productive communication between the administration, faculty,
staff, students, and parents assists students in reaching their optimal potential.
- Ongoing and current technology experiences allow student ownership of the
tools necessary to function in our ever-changing technological society.
- Students are provided with the necessary support and encouragement to enhance
positive self-esteem.
- Developmentally appropriate and challenging activities are chosen to positively
impact and enhance education.
- Learning facilities, resources, and opportunities are continually modified
to meet the needs of all students.
- Extensive resources and services are offered to meet the individual needs
of exceptional students.
- Wellness programs promote physical fitness, cooperative play, and good sportsmanship.
- Students are afforded opportunities to develop a cultural awareness and
appreciation of the fine arts.