We aim for our students to think about and go through the steps of the creative process: thinking and doing, focusing not just on the product, but the process. We create a safe environment that enables self-expression and self-discovery.

We inspire our students to develop the habit of excellence. Empowered with creativity, perseverance, and confidence they bring a “culture of excellence” to everything that they do.

We inspire our musicians to learn the skills of musical thinking, active listening, and connection making. We empower them to engage in meaningful collaborations with their community, transforming their lives and the lives of others. 

Our students develop their public speaking and debate skills as they engage with current political and social issues to persuade, perform, and entertain. 

Our students ignite their potential to think critically and independently through inspiring art experiences. They apply the creativity and innovative thinking that they develop through artworks that have value and cogency; building bridges between what they are studying in school and their life outside of school. 

Our students create worlds: they ask questions, explore ideas and build meaning. Through this journey they share their understandings with others, motivating broad conversations about art, our lives, our culture, and our beliefs.