Mission: Little Owl is a consortium of parents, teachers, and community members dedicated to the education of children through social constructivism, environmentalism, and a Reggio Emilia-inspired philosophy. Vision Statement: We strive to provide a place of well-being for children, families, our teachers and staff and to serve as a resource for our peers as we work for positive social change in education. Core Values: This place is for the child. These are the values that guide us: • We value mindful consideration of each other and the environment. • We value each person’s presence, feelings, and unique voice. • We value the innate abilities of children. We see them as artists, risk-takers, dreamers, observers, builders, and critical thinkers. • We value challenges that ignite our sense of wonder and push us to grow. • We value the connection between child, family, school, and community as essential to our collective sense of well-being. • We come together to honor and support every child just as they are. We work to cultivate a sense of belonging and purpose for all.