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About us
WHAT WE BELIEVE
OUR VALUES
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Challenge by Choice
Self-determination allows us to challenge ourselves and others, enhance knowledge and understanding, develop new skills, change attitudes and behaviors, and build confidence.
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Innovation
By learning from our own experiences and championing original and derivative thinking, we seek to differentiate ourselves and provide unmatched experiences for those we serve.
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Collaboration
Thoughtful collaboration, based on the acknowledgement of one another’s strengths, allows us to optimize our business operations and deliver transformative student experiences.
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Proactiveness
Being prepared allows us to mitigate risks, improve student experiences, advance our internal processes, and plan for and be comfortable with the unknown.
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Compassion
We relate with others through acceptance and understanding in order to promote personal growth and engaging student experiences in a supportive community.
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Resiliency
We persist in the face of adversity, learn from failure, and adapt and evolve to become stronger and wiser.
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MEET THE FOUNDERS
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