A:shiwi Elementary School, built in 1992, possesses a unique cultural and linguistic heritage. The school exists to help students develop the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to function in the pluralistic society of this country and world. We believe that the education we offer should prepare students for the highly complex world of today and for the future that lies ahead. We provide challenging and enriching programs to meet the diverse needs of our students.

We will continue using the Instructional Strategies that guided our school to Make Adequate Yearly Progress.

Cultural Expectations
Our children must learn to be successful in both traditional Zuni life and the dominant Non-Zuni world. Due to the unique demands of Pueblo life, students are expected to meet the same standards as students as all other students in New Mexico when they have additional requirements from the community. For example at various times during the school year, a majority of our students are expected to participate in traditional dances, which last late in the night or early morning, and still be in attendance at school the next day.


At A:shiwi Elementary School We....

Adjust and modify instructional practices that have not been effective and enhance those practices that have proven successful.

Will continue having HIGH EXPECTATIONS for academic success of all students.

Will continue to work as a school team to achieve personal, school and district goals.

Will work to leave a legacy of success with students attending A:shiwi Elementary as being adequately prepared to succeed and transition to higher levels of learning.

Will maintain the academic growth of fifth grade by following established instructional practices already in place.