Mission & Virtues

Mission

King is dedicated to preparing its students to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

We provide an excellent, progressive education, grounded in the traditional disciplines of the arts and sciences, committed to the nurturing of individual potential, and designed to promote critical thinking and reasoned reflection. Using rich and innovative methods, our teachers facilitate each student’s fullest academic and personal achievement. We champion the development of character, self-confidence, and talent through challenging intellectual, creative, athletic, leadership, and service opportunities.

King believes that individual accomplishment must go hand in hand with respect for others. Our culture of respect fosters collaboration as well as independence. We embrace human and cultural diversity. We value responsible citizenship.

King graduates are well equipped to succeed in college and to pursue lives of ongoing inquiry, learning, accomplishment, personal fulfillment and social responsibility.

Virtues

  • Integrity: Understanding and living by our values with authenticity.
  • Kindness: Intentional consideration and compassion for others.
  • Perseverance: Relentlessly pursuing excellence with a focus on growth and improvement.
  • Respect: Treating every person with dignity and civility through honoring ourselves and others in our words and actions.