Mission and Values

Dutchess Day School’s Mission Statement

Dutchess Day School nurtures each child in mind, body, and spirit and guides students toward responsibility for themselves, one another, and the world around them.

Statement of Philosophy

Dutchess Day School is a pre-K through eighth grade community that values children’s natural curiosity and fosters an enduring enthusiasm for learning. In a culture of trust, collaboration, and mutual respect, students are encouraged to take intellectual risks and to develop independence, confidence, and imagination. A talented and dedicated faculty maintains high academic standards within a balanced curriculum, challenging students to discover their unique strengths as well as their role in the global community. Respect for the individuality of each child and for human differences is fundamental to Dutchess Day School’s tradition and philosophy. Thus, the school seeks diversity and welcomes families of varied backgrounds. All parents are invited to work with the faculty, staff, and students as partners in learning. Students explore and develop their talents through service to the school, the community, the larger world, and the environment.

“A talented and dedicated faculty maintains high academic standards within a balanced curriculum, challenging students to discover their unique strengths as well as their role in the global community.”

 

Strategic Plan 2009