Learning and Growth- We believe that both student and adult learning must be attended to. We believe in the potential of all students to grow continuously and to develop the scholarship, critical thinking skills, independence, and personal responsibility required for success in school, career, and life.  We believe that every adult must strive to continually develop their professional practice as well as play an active role in the professional learning of their colleagues.

High Expectations- We believe in rigorous academic standards for students and rigorous professional standards for educators. We have high expectations for students’ academic, ethical, civic, and social and emotional development. We have high expectations for educators’ professionalism and commitment to their own learning, growth and professional practice.