Philosophy

We believe the purpose of education is to prepare students for life in a complex, changing, globally interdependent society. We further believe that:

* It is our duty to provide a quality education for all children;
* All children are worthy and have special gifts to share;
* High expectations foster academic success;
* Students learn best when they are actively involved in meaningful learning experiences;
* The learning environment must promote dignity, positive self- esteem, and respect for diversity; and
* Parental and community participation are crucial to quality education.
 
Teaching
Burton Geo-World is one of eight public elementary schools in North Carolina that has earned the prestigious International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) designation. As a PYP school, Burton teachers are trained in a particular curriculum framework that focuses on the understanding based on personal experience. Burton is a global studies/foreign language magnet which offers program components designed to foster within students a global perspective of society and culture, a basic preparation for the International Baccalaureate Middle Years Programme, and a meaningful understanding of world geography. Unique program features include daily instruction in French, Spanish or Chinese, ongoing development of research skills, global study of geography and current events, and student television network (WGEO) which cultivates broadcasting, technical, and publishing skills.

Students completing the program possess strong communication and research skills. They have an understanding of the inquiry process instilling in them a good foundation for acquiring a higher level of knowledge and skills. They have conversational proficiency in the foreign language of their choice, as well as an awareness of their immediate environment and a broad perspective of the world. They also possess exceptional knowledge of geography.
Services for Academically/Intellectually Gifted Students

Fourth- and fifth-grade AIG students receive math and language arts instruction from an AIG teacher. An Explorations class is available to AIG third-graders.
Community Involvement

The following businesses, programs, and community groups provide assistance by donating their time, expertise, materials, and financial resources:

* UNC-Chapel Hill Dept. of Geography
* North Carolina Central University
* Russell Memorial CME Church
 


 

 

Tekeisha M. Ford, principal

 1500 Mathison Street
Durham NC 27701

 919-560-3908
Open M-F: 8 AM - 4 pm

 Parents/visitors are required to proceed to the front office and sign-in and out when visiting the school.

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