Mission & Vision

MISSION

"Our mission is to think critically, fail forward, and build bold solutions. 

In the InDe Lab, we use engineering, digital tools, and the power of science to turn 'What if?' into 'Watch this!' 

The Behaviors that Promote Learning & Wellness comprise roughly half of a student's report card.  These skills are the bedrock for the next generation. The Industrial age (copy) is long over, the Information age (research) has ended, we now find ourselves in the ever-shrinking ‘Age of Augmentation’.  

When paired with innovation skills and design, the BPL&W skills form the core foundation of InDe program.  Soft skills allow each personality to shine in any situation and let kids find success when it matters most.  There is no bad idea or wrong answer in InDe, only reflection and forward-looking solution development.

In the InDe Lab, we commit to:

• The Power of PBL: Engaging in hands-on, Project-Based Learning that turns complex science into tangible solutions.

• Critical Thinking & Engineering: Using the Engineering Design Process to ask better questions, build interesting prototypes, and apply digital skills to foster creativity.

• The Strength of Collaboration: Working as a community of innovators who value diverse ideas and collective brilliance.

• Behaviors that Promote Learning & Wellbeing: Embracing "the struggle" as a necessary part of the creative process—recognizing that every failure is simply a data point on the path to success. Learning to be a leader as well as a supporter, to give meaningful feedback, is essential.

VISION

“To cultivate a community of forward-thinking, empathetic innovators who develop their skills and understanding of the digital and physical tools we use today, in order tosolve the challenges of tomorrow."

I – Iterate: We don't give up; we try a better way.

n – Navigate: We use digital and physical tools with purpose.

D – Design: We plan with empathy and think before we build.

e – Engage: We collaborate and solve problems together.