Each class member honors and appreciates the personal, cultural and academic differences of all other members. Each associate honors , appreciates and shares her or his particular talents. Class members see themselves as family, working in harmony and peace. Academic Associates read with understanding and are able to look at texts with a critical eye. Each class member views writing as an integral part of the curriculum.
Associates view themselves as watchful curators and protectors of the earth's resources.
Students view social studies as a way of understanding the continuum of history as it relates to geographic reality. Associates learn math in a developmental, activity-based program. Children's bodies become strengthened through a carefully planned physical education program. Children view science as a thoughtful, organized way of coming to understand and to extend learnings about their universe, their earth and their own lives. Associates view the fine arts of music, drama, art, poetry and dance as necessary to academic and personal growth.