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By enhancing the human, intellectual, and spiritual capacities of its students through a rigorous, innovative, and affordable college preparatory education, Arrupe offers hope for a brighter future to some of Denver?s neediest youth. Our goal is to empower graduates who will continue their education and return as leaders in their communities.

The Park School embodies both in its tradition and in its daily practice two assumptions: first, that human beings are capable and desirous of rational self-discipline and of acting towards others with respect, kindness, concern, and moral conviction; and second, that the activity of learning is an expression of positive energies, fulfills natural impulse, and enriches life.

More than ever our nation needs men and women who can meet the challenges of this world with confidence and embrace all its people with compassion. The next generation must include those who think critically and resolve to stand for what is good and right. Our School cherishes acadmic rigor, encouragees and praises meaningful individual achievement, and fosters virtue. Our independent education prepares young people for higher learning and for lives of purpose and service.

Based on a developmental understanding of the learning process and a view of the child that takes human spirituality seriously, Summerfield Waldorf School offers students a comprehensive learning environment designed to challenge and support them in strengthening their cognitive, emotional and intentional abilities. We strive to support the growth of social awareness and active tolerance, and to give students the experiential background they need to meet new challenges in a creative and responsible manner.

La Salle College High School, a Catholic, independent, college preparatory school for young men of varied backgrounds, is conducted in the tradition of St. John Baptist de La Salle. Through a broad and balanced, human and Christian education, La Salle College High School guides each student in the development of his unique God-given talents and fosters a commitment to academic excellence, service, and leadership.

The mission of Arts4All Florida (formerly VSA Florida) is to provide, support and champion arts education and cultural experiences for and by people with disabilities. We believe learning through, participating in and enjoying the arts is critical for all human development and endeavor to create a world in which the arts are universally accessible. Headquartered at the University of South Florida, Arts4All Florida provides art education programs in schools, Department of Juvenile Justice facilities, and community centers; promotes the accomplishments of artists with disabilities through our artist registry, exhibitions, and performances; and increases access to the arts through professional development workshops.

THE KENOSHA MONTESSORI SCHOOL STRIVES TO CULTIVATE AND HONOR CHILDREN'S INNATE LOVE OF LEARNING AS THEY PREPARE FOR A LIFE OF PURPOSE, INTEGRITY, AND ACADEMIC ACCOMPLISHMENT. KMS ADHERES TO THE MONTESSORI PHILOSOPHY OF EDUCATING THE "WHOLE CHILD", THROUGH THE USE OF SELF-DIRECTED INSTRUCTION AND SELF-CORRECTING MATERIALS. WE AIM TO GIVE THE STUDENTS THE SKILLS AND CONFIDENCE TO MEET THE CHALLENGES OF SELF, FAMILY,, COMMUNITY, AND THE WORLD AT LARGE. THE BASIC GOALS OF KMS INCLUDE: 1. TO OPEN THE POSSIBLITIES FOR JOYFUL LEARNING AND TO FOSTER SELF- MOTIVATION AND PERSONAL COMPETENCE. 2. TO DEVELOP A FREE AND INQUIRING MIND IN ALL AREAS OF INTEREST. 3. TO CULTIVATE THE CHILD'S SENSE OF BEAUTY. 4. TO ASSIST IN INTEGRATED GROWTH. 5. TO ENCOURAGE PERSISTENT EFFORT IN THE PURSUIT OF KNOWLEDGE. 6. TO GIVE EACH CHILD, THROUGH OUR RESPECTFUL TREATMENT OF HIM/HER, A BELIEF IN HIS/HER OWN HUMAN DIGNITY AND THAT OF OTHERS AND TO HELP HIM/HER ATTAIN TRUST IN THE WORTH OF HIS/HER OWN WORK AND WORDS.

Holland Hall was chartered in 1930, following its founding as a college preparatory school for girls in 1922. In its seventy-five year history, Holland Hall has grown from 60 students and eight teachers to a school of nearly 1,000 students and more than 180 faculty, teacher's assistants and staff. Its mission of teaching a challenging college preparatory education while giving attention to the individual student has remained central throughout its history. Proud of its college preparatory tradition, 100% of its graduates are routinely accepted to college while benefiting from a "state-of-the-art" progressive educational philosophy. In a decision aimed at focusing Holland Hall's community on our commonly held values and beliefs, the Board of Trustees has recently adopted the following Mission Statement and Essential Qualities of a Holland Hall Graduate: MISSION: Holland Hall provides a challenging, comprehensive educational experience grounded in a rigorous liberal arts, college preparatory curriculum that promotes critical thinking and life-long learning. A PreK-12 Episcopal school, we seek to foster in each student a strong moral foundation and a deep sense of social responsibility. ESSENTIAL QUALITIES: MORAL ? Possess integrity, ethical standards, and compassion ? Exhibit respect and sensitivity for others ? Cherish the humanity in all people and treat them equitably INTELLECTUAL ?? Think critically and communicate effectively ?? Possess intellectual curiosity and an enthusiasm for learning ?? Demonstrate appropriate knowledge and skill foundation for academic success in college ?? Have an appreciation for and experience in the arts KNOWLEDGE OF SELF ?? Acquire a foundation for decision-making that is healthy, balanced, and respectful ?? Value perseverance and hard work, and recognize the potential for growth from adversity ?? Pursue health of mind, body, and spirit ?? Know how to collaborate and compete with grace and to lead as well as to follow ?? Possess the self-discipline, self-awareness, and time management capability to be successful in post-secondary school life and beyond CITIZENSHIP ?? Share responsibility for the environment ?? Live as a cooperative, compassionate, and engaged member of local and global communities ?? Have a commitment to social responsibility and service