Cheatham Elementary School

Hello Cheatham Parents and Students!

It is with great honor that I welcome you to another school year!  We are excited to build off the success that we had last year and make 2016-2017 even better as we welcome many new Cheetahs who are coming from our neighbor schools.  Thank you for putting your trust in our staff every day to push your students to the next level.

At Cheatham, we are an AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) school and we believe that all students who exit Cheatham are given the skills to compete at the next level of education and ultimately in college.  Our teachers are trained to give students these tools in the form of WICOR strategies, meaning that all classes will have an emphasis on Writing, Inquiry, Collaboration, Organization and Reading, all skills that are necessary in the 21^st century.  In addition to the core curriculum, students will have the opportunity to take special area classes such as art, physical education, general music, band and choir within the school day.  There are also many opportunities to join after school clubs to supplement their educational experience at Cheatham.

In addition to the challenging curriculum, you can feel comfortable knowing that Cheatham is a safe environment.  Students and staff of Cheatham Elementary practice PAWS in their daily interactions.  PAWS stands for:

• Practice Respect
• Accept Responsibility
• Work Together
• Stay Safe

I am looking forward to another PAWSome school year!

Mr. Wait