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Values

Respect

• We show our respect at all times for each other, for property, for differences, and for opinions different from our own.
• We accept individuals for who they are.
• We use positive language to strengthen our community.
• We interact with others confidently and humbly.

Integrity
• We value the qualities of honesty and truthfulness.
• We stand up for what is right, even when others do not.
• We are reliable and responsible.
• We do the right thing, especially when no one is looking.

Self-Discipline
• We do not make excuses for ourselves and we take ownership of our actions.
• We show our self-control at all times and refrain from hurting others physically and emotionally.
• We resolve conflict by choosing options that will produce positive outcomes.
• We work and study hard.

Excellence
• We will remain focused on our goals and persevere.
• We are committed to the highest level of academic, social, and personal achievement.
• We achieve 100 % mastery on all tasks, learning from our mistakes and striving to continually improve.
• We take pride in our efforts and accomplishments, practicing until we can’t get it wrong.

Sports & Enrichment Activities

Every semester, the Great Oaks Legacy Downtown Middle School campus offers after school sports and enrichment activities: Flag Football, Girls/Boys Basketball, Volleyball, Girls/Boys Soccer Cheerleading. Past enrichment activities had included: Anime Club, African Dance club, Arts and Class, Young Men and Women Club, Food and Nutrition, Theatre Club, and Music Production.

DMS

Downtown Middle School (DMS)
Grades 5-8
24 Maiden Lane, Newark,
NJ 07102

School Director in Residence:
Christopher Velasquez

Main Office:
(973) 565-9170

Founded: 2011-2012
2023-24 Enrollment: 302

Campus Anti-Bullying Contact:
Christopher Velasquez
cvelasquez@greatoakslegacy.org
973.565.9170

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