Plew's vision is to create a community of teachers, students, parents, and community members who value education and who work cooperatively to empower our students to be responsible and productive citizens.
In 1968, the Okaloosa County School Board established James E. Plew Elementary, located on Pine Avenue in Niceville. Immediately, the school began to garner prestigious awards and commendations, and our commitment to excellence has never wavered.
From the beginning, our families, faculty, staff, and administration have emphasized student academic achievement as our primary mission. By focusing on the needs of students, we have met and exceeded the rigorous national accrediting standards established by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Plew has been accredited by SACS every year since 1970.
Our faculty is highly credentialed and they regularly participate in extensive professional development opportunities that directly benefit our students.
Plew has been designated as one of the highest performing elementary schools in Florida. In 1998-1999, Florida Education Commissioner Frank Brogan issued Plew Elementary the Florida School Recognition Award. Only schools with a history of superior student achievement scores on national standardized tests are so honored.
In 2003, Plew Elementary was recognized as one of the "Best of the Best" elementary schools in Florida, and we have consistently earned an "A" rating from the Florida Department of Education based on our outstanding scores on the Florida Comprehensive Assessment Test (FCAT). In 2006, our fourth grade students scored the highest in Florida on the writing section of the FCAT. Also in that year, our fifth-grade Academic Team acheved First Place in the state in the Knowledge Master competition.
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In the spirit of collaboration, the Plew Elementary community empowers students to attain their highest potential through rigorous, differentiated, and child-centered learning.
