Upper School

The Upper School (grades 5-8) incorporates the school’s mission of engagement and social justice within a unique academic curriculum. The program is departmentalized and taught by specialists for each subject. Lessons—ranging from the exploration of human use of environmental resources to develop civilization to a deeper focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM)—balance active experiential learning, intellectual inquiry, and adolescent development. As students master academic skills, they develop increased self-awareness, deepen their community involvement, and navigate challenges as engaged global citizens.