The basis of learning is storytelling

We make meaning of the world through the sharing of story. Story provides context and perspective. Everyone has a story to tell, so we have an obligation to listen.

Guiding Principles

Understanding who you are is key to developing relationships and building community.

Parents are children's first teachers and are essential partners in the education of all students.

The skills of creativity, communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and cultural competence are imperative for the development of 21st century learners.

The world around us can be explored through systems thinking. Studying systems helps us to understand both the interrelated parts as well as the whole. Scientists, mathematicians and artists use system thinking when they: observe, collect, compare, and analyze parts and patterns.

The basis of learning is storytelling. We make meaning of the world through the sharing of story. Story provides context and perspective. Everyone has a story to tell, so we have an obligation to listen.

Writing is an embedded practice. In order to explore new ideas and concepts as well as engage in self-reflection, students and adults will write frequently.

Play and physical activity are critical aspects of school.