Dear Families,
Welcome to a new school year! The Vincent M. Igo School is a student-centered
neighborhood school with talented children, dedicated faculty and staff, and an involved
parent community. Igo radiates a strong home-school connection. Our school is home to
approximately four hundred students and is the largest elementary school in the
Foxborough Public Schools. The faculty and staff work hard each day to provide all
students with a challenging and high-quality educational experience. We believe that by
working together as partners in education, we can ensure that your children’s elementary
experience is as exciting, rewarding and productive as possible.
The Igo School has developed a tradition and culture of high expectations for both
academics and behavior. It is our belief that every child can learn. We instill an inclusive
environment that celebrates diversity, culture, and all learning styles. The invested
partnerships established between the students, teachers and parents enhances students’
learning and development. We strive to stimulate all children’s intellectual curiosity and
love of learning. In the process of acquiring skills and knowledge, we encourage students
to ask questions, take risks and be willing to make mistakes in their quest for greater
understanding. We work to create a climate based on caring relationships that
communicate possibilities and hope. The challenges facing our students require problem
solving, communication, and teamwork in order to achieve success. Each day provides
valuable opportunities for our students to learn and grow. The strength of our school
depends upon the cooperation and effort of teachers and parents in the educational
process. Research, experience and commonsense confirms that a strong home/school
relationship is vital to a child’s success. We take pride in the educational programs offered
to students and believe that every child is special and capable of learning. We are proud
of our school and invite you to be involved at all levels.
This handbook has been prepared as a source of information for you and your child
concerning the philosophy, policies and operational procedures of Igo School. It is
important that you review and discuss its contents with your child. We look forward to a
rewarding school year filled with memories to last a lifetime. Here at Igo we are truly
excited and energized to begin a new school year with our students and families!
Sincerely,
Danielle A. Morrissey
Your Principal