Our mission is to nurture self-directed learners and creative problem solvers through an innovative approach that goes beyond traditional methods. We provide a safe space for students to learn from mistakes, collaborate, and develop skills and mindsets to thrive in a complex, evolving world.
Our Mindsets
The Sycamore Mindsets are a set of skills and behaviors we believe every person needs to be effective members of society. We live them, teach them explicitly, and highlight their value in the learning process.
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Be Adaptable
We take on challenges, seek feedback, and embody a growth mindset.
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Think Critically
We make observations, ask questions, reflect, and explain our thinking.
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Collaborate
We share our ideas, value the opinions and expertise of others, and hold each other accountable.
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Live Imaginatively
We are curious, connect ideas, imagine big things, and resist conformity.
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Take Action
We are self-directed problem solvers and embrace failure as a valuable learning opportunity.
"We were really drawn to the project-based learning approach. It creates an environment where having fun and reasoning from 1st principles go hand-in-hand."
- Andrew, Parent
