We believe that:

• Given enough time and the right learning environment, all children can learn.
• A holistic approach to learning nurtures the mind, spirit, and body of each learner.
• A collaborative approach to learning connects student, family, faculty, and staff, volunteers, and supporters as team members in a community of learners.
• All people deserve respect.
• Students empowered with strong self-esteem are willing to take risks, be challenged, act with courage and confidence, and advocate for themselves.
• Students must assume their role as local, national, and global citizens through service to others.
• Diversity enriches us and common values unite us.