Introducing Grace's New Mission Statement
Introducing Grace's New Mission Statement
Inspired by God's grace, we nurture the potential and growth of each child by providing a joyful and inclusive learning environment rooted in wonder, purpose, and belonging.
Inspired by God's grace, we nurture the potential and growth of each child by providing a joyful and inclusive learning environment rooted in wonder, purpose, and belonging.
Operative Words
The entries in the word cloud pictured above were sourced from brainstorming sessions and drafts of the new Mission Statement with the Board of Governors, Faculty, and Staff. The size of each word is in direct proportion to the number of mentions in those supporting documents.
Why Grace?
Responsive Classroom
Emotional Literacy
All-School 'Campfire' Gatherings
Family Engagement
Knowledge of Self & Others
Anti-Bias Education
Service Learning
Weekly Chapel
Reggio Emilia Approach
Design Thinking
Project-Based Learning
Project Zero
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Head of School Jennifer Danish
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Curricular Alignment
The alignment of our academic curricula across grades
Curricular Alignment
- Engaging, developmentally appropriate approaches to math and literacy
- Alignment of our student-centered pedagogy: Reggio Emilia Approach >> Project-Based Learning >> Design Thinking >> Project Zero
Faculty Collaboration
Fostering a deep collaboration between teachers across grade levels and with specialists
Faculty Collaboration
- Revised schedule with two morning academic blocks and specials in the afternoon
- Grade-level partnerships and sharing of expertise
- Supporting the professional development needs of staff to help them grow their practice and craft
Integrated Instruction
Interdisciplinary learning that is deep, holistic, and culturally responsive
Integrated Instruction
- Students approach content through multiple subjects and from different perspectives
- Naturally accommodates a variety of interests and learning styles
- Cultivates collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking
Thank you for taking time to learn what's behind our new mission statement!
Thank you for taking time to learn what's behind our new mission statement!
Inspired by God's grace, we nurture the potential and growth of each child by providing a joyful and inclusive learning environment rooted in wonder, purpose, and belonging.
Inspired by God's grace, we nurture the potential and growth of each child by providing a joyful and inclusive learning environment rooted in wonder, purpose, and belonging.