CANTON MIDDLE SCHOOL is a safe, caring community where every student is welcomed, challenged and supported during this unique transitional time from childhood to adolescence, from elementary school to high school. Working within learning teams, our school community seeks success for all students in our changing world. Together with parents and the community, CANTON MIDDLE SCHOOL is committed to:

• NURTURING multiple styles of learning through a rigorous, interdisciplinary curriculum while holding all students to high standards 
• ENCOURAGING individual and group responsibility 
• DEVELOPING independent thinkers who value continuous learning 
• INSPIRING students by providing the opportunity to explore a variety of academic creative and social experiences 
• PROMOTING respect and acceptance for all in a multicultural society and an awareness of the value of service to others