Mission Statement

The mission of R.C. LaPerche Elementary School, as an inclusive learning community devoted to high standards and best teaching practices for all students, is to inspire life-long learning and to develop responsible, self-confident children capable of effective communication and problem solving, through a collaboration of parents, teachers, students, and the community, which fosters a safe, respectful environment, recognizing diversity and individuality.

Summer Reading List

RECOMMENDED SMITHFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
2012 SUMMER READING LIST

The Smithfield Elementary School Librarians/Media Specialists have developed a Recommended Summer Reading List for all students entering Grades Kindergarten through Grade Five. The recommended list is a sampling of grade-level appropriate readings, and parents can substitute other books that might interest their child.

Summer reading is voluntary although I hope all Smithfield students read during the Summer Vacation. Reading and writing are activities that children should experience at school and at home. The research has clearly found that children who read a minimum of 20 minutes, at home, each day, can increase their vocabulary by over 2000 words in a year!
 

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Raymond C. LaPerche Elementary School is one of four elementary schools in the Smithfield Public School system. Our school is dedicated to Raymond C. LaPerche, a former teacher, principal and superintendent in the Smithfield Public Schools for 41 years. LaPerche first opened its doors in 1968 and presently serves students in kindergarten to grade five.