The MISSION of The Academies is to provide a rich, meaningful education in a nurturing environment, where students are continually challenged and their natural curiosity, creativity, and talents can thrive. Sycamore Valley Academy is a collaborative community of educators and families working together to help our students grow into virtuous, courageous, and intelligent citizens, equipped with a love of learning and a love of life, and eager to contribute to a better world.

 

Our VISION: The Academies models transformative change in education by elevating expectations of learning and growth. With grit, tenacity, and empathy, we improve the world around us by embracing challenges as problem-solvers. We create an inclusive community with access to rigorous and enriching educational experiences that challenge and support individuals to achieve their personal best and realize new opportunities. 

 

LEARNING OUTCOMES:

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As a result of receiving their K-8 education with us, our alumni will be... 

• Inquisitive & Critical Thinkers

• Virtuous, Courageous & Intelligent Individuals

• Self-motivated, Life-long Learners

• Confident Leaders for the 21st Century

• Creative & Effective Problem Solvers

• Empowered Citizens in a Democratic Society

 

To achieve these desired learning outcomes, we borrow and merge the best ideas from well-respected educational traditions like Constructivism (including influences such as DeVries, Dewey, Froebel, Montessori, and Steiner) and the Classical Education Model.

 

Learn more about our Philosophical Influences here.

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Derived from our philosophical assumptions, the core features of our program produce our learning outcomes and serve all students well. Our distinguishing features produce our student success!

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