Principal - Mr. Dan Curless

Little Turtle Elementary

1710 South State Road 9

Columbia City, IN 46725

260-244-3343

Mission Statement

We will create an environment which educates, encourages, and inspires our school community to be successful citizens and lifelong learners.

Core Values

Learning and learner-centered education

Valuing faculty, staff, and partners

Focus on results and creating value

Management by fact

Continuous Improvement and learning

School Vision

Read, write, and do math at or above grade level

Take responsibility for own learning

Make good decisions, solve problems, and work in teams

Use technology to help with learning

Demonstrate excellent attendance and behavior

Show respect and concern for others and for self

In an environment that:

Is safe and clean for learning and teaching

Encourages effective communication

Develops a positive self-concept

Provides opportunities for success

Has a staff that is motivated and performs in a professional manner