Verve Mission Statement 

               2017-18

• Recognizes and develops student writing and artistic expression

• Encourages students to explore the potential of language and art by reflecting on the world in which they live

• Promotes reading and interest in all literary and artistic genres

• Provides an inclusive forum for creative expression with an eye to a wide variety of audiences

• Sparks an interest in the arts and literature programs in and outside of school

• Builds and refines editorial, management and production skills

• Cultivates the enjoyment and appreciation of  the beauty and power of words and images

• Organically connects to the academic curriculum