Writing well : grammar, creative content, organized, practice throughout K12
Tolerance of others and all: confidence, creativity, see a project generated by self through to the end
Expanded Academy program
Inclusion of community: writiers, fine artists, painters, Banner, WOMR, cooks, filmmakers
Noncompetitive physical activities: yoga, dance, track - again, look to community for teachers
In Small numbers hard to do "team sports"
Cut costs of transportation
National Seashore, Center for Coastal Studies
Ecology, biology, ability to tap into resources to expand here
Student has a sense of place, a base upon which to leave for exploration
Sufficient support that all students learning and enjoying education

Students would highlight the following aspects of her educational experience:

* social relationships with other students and teachers
*academic challenges were presented and met - feel weel -prepared for the next step
*participation opportunities in school and community were abundant and meaningful
*stimulating and caring environment
*hopes to have the chance to give back to the school someday

Can speak publicly, confidently, informed, fluid and with ease.
Knows the strength, value, gifts of community, natural resources
Feels close, warmth, trust, lasting respect relationships with faculty, adults in school community
Can participate, compete anywhere in college
Has had opportunity to develop one passion and develop it
Passed and was successful on MCAS

1. Knows all implications about being a citizen of the USA (Is aware of political rights). Town elections.
2. Learn to be involved with his/her community.
3. Knows how to write and enjoys it.
4. Developed a passion for reading.
5. Understands Math in a concrete fashion.
6. Is involved with the environment: air, water, land.
7. Technology Saavy.
8. Speaks one foreign language.
9. To explore new ideas, new places.
10. Appreciates are in all forms.
11. Accept differences.
12. Concern about conservation (energy, land).
13. Knows about protecting national parks.

* Specialization in the arts where experiences were numerous and deep with a variety of mentors/specialists whose knowledge has been honed during their careers.
* A preparedness for the world which comes from a combination of coursework and application of skills whether that by through partnerships of work in the community or other schools.
*Development in leadership, where students are involved in shaping and working with other students, teachers, and community members. Students learn the importance of giving back to the community which supports them.
*The importance of learning and hard work, where excellence is honored and a strong work ethic is honored, the culture of the school.
*Innovative teaching/learning.