MISSION STATEMENT

Founded in 1959, Grace Episcopal School is charged by the Vestry of Grace Episcopal Church to provide a Christ-centered environment where children can obtain an excellent, developmentally appropriate educational foundation.  Further, the school shall instill in its students a sense of responsible service to humankind, foster the development of spiritual and moral values, and integrate the teaching of religious principles throughout its programs.  The Vestry encourages a diverse student body and staff representative of the community.  Implementation of this broad ministry is entrusted to the Board of Directors of the School.

Grace Episcopal School admits qualified children regardless of racial, national, socio-economic or cultural backgrounds to all rights, privileges, programs, and activities made available to students at the school.

PHILOSOPHY

Grace Episcopal School is a small school by design.  Its size and educational philosophy enables the faculty and staff to develop fully the individual potential of each of the students – academically, socially, and morally – in a loving, nurturing environment.  Individual attention to our students is stressed throughout an academically challenging curriculum.

Grace Episcopal School is also one of the ways in which Grace Episcopal Church serves its surrounding community.  The students and faculty of this co-educational school represent a variety of racial, ethnic, economic, and religious backgrounds.  We value and encourage this diversity as we seek to help each child to discover the same in other students and faculty at the school.

Grace Episcopal School seeks to build a strong cognitive foundation in its students that will help prepare them for a lifetime of challenges and continued academic success in future schools.  Moreover, as an Episcopal Church School, it also seeks to accomplish something more:  A strong spiritual and ethical base relevant to each child’s age, provided in partnership with the families of the student and drawing on the traditions of the Episcopal Church. 

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 PARTNERSHIP FOR EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE
 

The Students' Role is to aim high, work hard, and achieve to the best of their abilities. Grace Episcopal School students take responsibility for their own studies and character building, and also contribute positively to the experience of all others in the school. Students contribute to school spirit and the learning environment of Grace Episcopal School, and are not merely served by it. They complement the work and dedication of their parents and their teachers.

The Teachers' Role is to create a positive environment for learning, offering a high quality program of study and stimulating the students' efforts through encouragement and rewards for hard work. Teachers strive to use the students' unique talents to help them build character and self-esteem. They are dedicated to their students and the school both in the classroom and beyond.

The Parents' Role is to be partners in the learning and growing process, fostering in their children the attitudes and work habits which lead to academic and personal success. They make school work a top priority and insist on diligent effort, supporting their children in times of difficulty and rejoicing in their successes.

Parents and Teachers respect each other’s integrity and authority, and always uphold each other in the presence of other people, especially students.

Please look through the Handbook to learn more about the Grace Episcopal School. We hope the Handbook will answer many of your questions, but don't hesitate to contact the school office to discuss anything you don't understand or any concerns you may have.

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THE HONOR CODE

At Grace Episcopal School, emphasis is placed not only upon intellectual and physical development, but also upon the development of personal character and integrity. This commitment promotes an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect, an atmosphere vital to the school's pursuit of intellectual and spiritual growth. Students learn the value of honorable conduct and reap the benefits of living among honorable individuals.

Students at Grace Episcopal School are expected to grow in responsibility as they progress through the grades. Students are expected to respond positively and demonstrate increasing maturity from grade to grade. With the encouragement, care, advice, and support of the faculty and parents, students at Grace can grow in self-awareness, self-confidence, and independence.

We hold all students to high standards of behavior and we encourage all students to pay attention to the feelings of others. We endeavor to create a culture of care, a spirit of trust, and mutual support for all. Lying, cheating, stealing, and physical and verbal aggression will not be tolerated.

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5 KEYS TO
GOOD CHARACTER

Honesty
Respect
Responsibility
Compassion
Courage