Our Mission

Construct | Express | Act

Construct 

A classroom of thinkers and problem solvers is one where students construct meanings and respond to complex situations using sound reasoning and creative thinking as they...

• Reflect on learning experiences and processes
• Effectively analyze and evaluate evidence, considering alternative points of view
• Solve problems in both conventional and innovative ways; transfer prior learning to obtain solutions
• Use information accurately and creatively for the issue or problem at hand
• Understand that creativity and innovation is a long-term, cyclical process of small successes and frequent mistakes

Express

A classroom of effective communicators is one where students express ideas accurately, creatively, and effectively to a variety of audiences as they...

• Synthesize complex information and perspectives to create meaning
• Assume shared responsibility for collaborative work, and value the individual contributions made by each team member
• Utilize multiple media and technologies, and know how to judge their effectiveness

Act

A classroom of personally and socially responsible citizens is one where students act upon their rights and obligations as informed, respectful individuals and citizens of a democratic and interdependent society. 

• Develop personal and academic goals and design actions to achieve the goals
• Develop an understanding of their interdependence with the world