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Our goal is to inspire intelligent use of the earth's natural resources and empower individuals to become leaders in biosphere stewardship. The problem - The health of our biosphere – our life support system – is decreasing due to climate change and the needs associated with a growing human population. Our efforts are strategic - We address this global challenge by working locally with island peoples whose livelihood is most affected by sweeping ecological changes. Our projects are collaborative - We learn from individuals about their environment while empowering them to become active advocates, practitioners, and leaders in their communities.

WHAT WE STAND FOR To provide an academically sound, emotionally balanced, physically challenging, and morally strong education.

EDUCATION - PRESCHOOL THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL

Open School's mission is to develop connection, capability, and confidence in disconnected youth through relationship-based, quality learning experiences that result in academic, personal, and community success.

The mission of Harmony Montessori School is to provide a rich educational experience for children. We hope to inspire a lifetime love of learning.

We ground students in a deep sense of belonging so they become enthusiastic learners, develop confident voices, and emerge as beacons of kindness in their communities.

Yavneh Day School is committed to academic excellence in General and Jewish studies within a strong, vibrant community where each child is celebrated and challenged. A Yavneh education is about discovering how a child learns in order to maximize each student's potential while fostering curiosity, encouraging risk taking, and ingraining a love of learning.

Oak Hill School models innovative educational practices, harnessing the power of relationships to inspire social, emotional and intellectual growth in children with autism and other developmental differences. Oak Hill envisions its future as a leading enter of education, applied research, professional training, and support for families and children affected by autism and other developmental differences.

Ryman Arts transforms lives by creating access and opportunity for a diverse community of young artists through rigorous education in fundamental art skills and mentoring.Since 1990, Ryman Arts has empowered over 36,000 creative, promising youth across Southern California through its core program, outreach, and community engagement efforts. Now serving 500-600 students annually, this free, 1½-year-long, out-of-school program integrates rigorous fine arts instruction, college and career counseling, mentoring, and supportive services for talented young artists with limited opportunities. Ryman Arts students complete the program ready to meet the challenges of college, work, and life in the 21st century.

At TMS we believe that a school is not only responsible for a child’s academic growth but is in a partnership with the family in advancing both spiritual and emotional development. We invite you to find out more about our unique program and discover the school that parents call “the best kept secret”.

STRATFORD ACADEMY IS AN INDEPENDENT, NON-SECTARIAN, COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS IN PRE-KINDERGARTEN THROUGH GRADE TWELVE. GUIDED BY THE MOTTO, "FREEDOM FOR EXCELLENCE", STRATFORD PROVIDES A SUPERIOR EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS WITH DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS AND TALENTS AND DEVELOPS RESPONSIBLE, ETHICAL, LIFE-LONG LEARNERS. IN PARTNERSHIP WITH FAMILIES, STUDENTS, AND FACULTY, STRATFORD - PROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS TO DEVELOP THEIR INDIVIDUAL ABILITIES AND SKILLS WITHIN THE CONTEXT OF A RIGOROUS CURRICULUM. - BUILDS CHARACTER AND INTEGRITY BY OFFERING STUDENTS A VARIETY OF ETHICAL AND CULTURAL PERSPECTIVES THROUGH THE CURRICULUM AND SERVICE TO THE SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY. - ENCOURAGES STUDENTS TO ENGAGE IN A WIDE RANGE OF ACADEMIC, ATHLETIC, FINE ARTS, AND SERVICE-RELATED ACTIVITIES. - INSPIRES LEADERSHIP AND PREPARES STUDENTS FOR RESPONSIBLE STEWARDSHIP AND CITIZENSHIP.

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