Our Philosophy and History

Our Mission

Our Mission is to provide an excellent college-preparatory education in a nurturing environment that values personal integrity, that prizes creativity, and that inspires the lifelong love of learning.

Current enrollment in all grades (PreK-12) is just under 1100.

We Believe

1. in the infinite worth and dignity of the individual.
2. that student learning is the chief priority of the school.
3. that the school should provide a safe, supportive, and challenging environment for learning with clear goals and high expectations for student achievement.
4. that the school's curriculum should develop creative and analytical thinking.
5. that the school should foster in students the confidence to work independently and the social skills to work collaboratively.
6. that school should encourage parents, teachers, and students to work together toward common goals.
7. that the school plays an important role in teaching students to value themselves and others.
8. that the school should provide a framework for learning to make responsible decisions.
9. that involvement in and appreciation of the arts is a vital part of education.
10. that the school should encourage the development of a healthy body through curricular and extracurricular activities.
11. that an understanding of the past is fundamental to understanding the present.
12. that the school should encourage students, faculty, and parents to develop a perspective that embraces diversity and enhances global awareness.
13. that the school should provide the foundation and framework for giving students the skills and the flexibility that are necessary to thrive in a changing world.
14. that the school can help students to become aware of the needs of others by encouraging involvement in the community.
15. that the continual development of the faculty is essential to the school's improvement.