Mission and Beliefs

School Motto

Engineers Make a World of Difference 

Our Mission

At A.J. Whittenberg, we cultivate a culture of respect and highest achievement uniquely aligned with engineering principles, preparing a diverse group of learners to succeed in the 21st Century.

Our Vision

We inspire young engineers to embrace creativity, teamwork, and respect as they grow into confident problem solvers and future leaders.

Our Beliefs

At A.J. Whittenberg, we believe that our young engineers will be:

• Makers and Problem Solvers
  Learners who are naturally curious and able to create, design, and improve the world using thoughtful thinking, while showing respect, embracing challenges, and striving for their best.
• Contributors to a Caring Community
  Learners who connect respectfully with students, teachers, families, community members, and business partners to build a welcoming and supportive environment.
• Thinkers Like Engineers
  Learners who use engineering ideas—brainstorming, building, testing, reflecting, and improving—to solve problems with creativity, critical thinking, and teamwork.
• Appreciators of Diversity
  Learners who celebrate diverse backgrounds and talents, understanding that different ideas lead to more innovative ideas.
• Lifelong Learners with Strong Foundations
  Learners who experience a joyful and rigorous elementary education that sets the stage for a lifetime of learning, creating, and leading with curiosity and responsibility.