Mission, Values & Inclusion
Mission Statement
Wasatch Academy is a nurturing community empowering young people to develop academically, socially, emotionally, physically, and ethically, by preparing them for the opportunity of college, work, and a lifetime of learning and contributing to our global society.
Core Values
Respect for the individual
We strive to make sure each student is challenged appropriately while preserving personal dignity and a culture of kindness.
Ownership
Ownership means accountability. We strive for faculty, staff, and students to feel responsible for developing a climate of joyful learning, inspiring instruction, ethical commitment, and individual creativity.
Community
The Wasatch Academy community prizes its status as a diverse, dynamic, global community.
Innovation
Wasatch Academy strives to lead the way in innovations that strengthen the educational/residential approach to preparing students for higher education and good citizenship.
Health and Safety
We provide a safe and healthy environment and embed a lifelong safety and health ethic in faculty and students.
What We Believe
Wasatch Academy, in preparing its students to be citizens of the global community in the 21st century, recognizes the importance of providing an inclusive and equitable learning environment that encourages and supports the affirmation of the fundamental dignity of each individual. We believe our community must respect the diversity found in today’s global society, including differences in culture, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, learning styles, physical ability, and socioeconomic status. Wasatch Academy strives to embody this belief in the composition of our faculty, staff, and Board of Trustees.
Our commitment in nurturing a diverse community of learners is essential to the fulfillment of the Wasatch Academy mission.
Community & Inclusion Statement
Wasatch Academy best lives its mission, values, and commitment to social responsibility when everyone knows they belong in our school community. We are committed to respecting and valuing each individual for their unique experiences, perspectives, backgrounds, and identities. This commitment demands courageous conversations that constantly challenge us to examine the alignment of our policies, practices, and curriculum in support of each community member's actualization of their best selves.
Non-Discrimination Statement
Wasatch Academy does not discriminate in its admissions, or in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship or financial aid programs, or in access to or treatment in any other school-administered program on the basis of religion, race, color, sex, ancestry, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, or any other protected category in accordance with applicable Federal, State and local laws. This policy applies to Wasatch Academy programs and activities both on and off-campus, including overseas programs.
