​Core Values

Bridges Middle School is guided by six core values: respect, compassion, justice, excellence, citizenship, and integrity.

​Respect

• We welcome the uniqueness and honor the dignity of every person
• We communicate openly, and we act with integrity
• We develop the talents and abilities of one another​

Compassion

• We reach out to people in need and give comfort
• We embrace those who are suffering
• We nurture the well-being of one another and those we serve

Justice

• We believe everyone has a right to the basic needs of life
• We join with others to work for the common good

Excellence

• We set the highest standards for ourselves and for our students
• We strive to transform conditions for a better tomorrow while serving today’s needs
• We celebrate and encourage the contributions of each other

Citizenship

• We believe that everything entrusted to us is for the common good
• We strive to care wisely for our students, our staff, our resources, and the earth

Integrity

• We practice honesty, respect and courage in daily interactions
• We believe in doing the right thing—even when no one is watching