Students learn to look outside themselves and be part of a larger community through participation in activities such as 

• food composting in our cafeteria,

• community garden activities,

• school and home recycling efforts,

• bonds with community organizations.

Students learn about our role as peacekeepers in the world by fostering an appreciation of how we live, work, play, and examine elements such as

• geographic location,

• language,

• economy,

• and climate and cultural similarities and differences.

Students become critical thinkers and independent problem solvers while mastering core curriculum. Students develop skills in 

• communication, 

• conflict resolution, and 

• social advocacy via effective modeling practices throughout their school day as well as instruction during community time.

Students are encouraged to be inquisitive risk takers and explore their ideas in a safe and supportive environment by 

• establishing a respectful relationship between students, parents, and staff 

• creating respectiful and long-lasting relationships amongst ourselves and others.