Mangum Elementary School
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Philosophy
The elementary years are critical for establishing a solid, educational foundation. At Mangum we are all committed to providing a positive, safe, learning environment that allows students to develop the skills and acquire the knowledge needed to be successful learners. Students, parents, and teachers are partners in this learning process. Through sound decision making and appropriate risk-taking, students will grow physically, emotionally, and academically.
Teaching
Mangum provides traditional, multi-age, and looping classroom structures to best meet student needs. Classroom instruction is supported and enhanced by art, physical education, music, media, computer, AIG, reading, and resource specialists. Mangum staff, students, and parents worked together to develop many outdoor learning areas, such as classroom gardens, tree trail, amphitheater, and butterfly garden. We strive to provide meaningful, real life, learning experiences that challenge students at their level.
Services for Academically/Intellectually Gifted Students
Mangum's Academically/Intellectually Gifted program provides supplemental enrichment instruction to all students. We focus on critical and creative thinking and problem solving strategies. Students who demonstrate exceptional academic abilities receive additional Academically/Intellectually Gifted support.
Community Involvement
The following businesses, programs, and community groups provide assistance by donating their time, expertise, materials, and financial resources:
- Little River Community Complex
- Duke University
- Bahama Ruritan Club
- Bahama Women's Club
- Mount Bethel Methodist Church
- Northern High School Child Care Class
Scores
State ABC Rating :
- 2010-11: Expected Growth, School of Progress (77.1%)
- 2009-10: Expected Growth, School of Distinction (83.1%)
- 2008-09: Expected Growth, School of Distinction (85%)
Directions
From I-40:
Exit onto Durham Expressway (Hwy. 147). Exit from 147 onto Duke Street North. Proceed through downtown Durham, past Durham Regional Hospital. Duke Street is one way and will merge with Roxboro Road North -- they will become 501. Proceed North on Duke Street/501 (from the merging of Duke St. and Roxboro Road) toward Roxboro, -- about 9 miles. At Bahama Road make a right turn. Follow Bahama Road approximately 2 miles into the village of Bahama. Turn left onto Quail Roost Road (at the intersection in front of Mt. Bethel Methodist Church). Proceed approximately 0.2 mile -- Mangum is on the right.
From I-85:
Exit onto Duke Street North. Follow Duke Street North towards Rougemont. (Duke Street will merge with Roxboro Road North -- this becomes 501 North.) Turn right on Bahama Road. Follow Bahama Road through the community of Bahama. Turn left onto Quail Roost Road. The school is past Mt. Bethel Methodist Church and three houses on the right.


