The school’s mission statement...
The Learning Project is clear about its identity. The school has a serious sense of purpose, is guided by time-tested pedagogical principles, and has a steady commitment to the traditional values of honesty, hard work, respect, responsibility, and kindness.
Academics
Academics are the main focus of the school, and as a result, it enjoys a reputation for excellence. The school’s curriculum is detailed, carefully sequenced, and centrally organized to ensure that students receive all the necessary instruction for the year. New material introduced each year is carefully selected and timed to build on previous years knowledge.
The curriculum of the school includes art, music, physical education, Spanish, and science. In science, students are provided the opportunity to experiment, engage in engineering challenges, and observe natural phenomena. Independent science investigations are conducted by children when they are in the second, fourth, and sixth grades.
Additional programs available to students include:
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Kids Helping Kids provides teaching opportunities with a younger schoolmate.
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The Standardized Testing Program helps students develop skills for taking standardized tests.
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The Social Justice Program: Discussion groups about equity and justice, sustainable living, and peace and nonviolence
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The Sexuality Education Program: Age-appropriate sexual education
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The Leadership Program: Leadership Development for Older Students
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The Affective Education Program: Encourage positive emotional growth and the development of social skills.
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The Advisory Program is a discussion group for current topics such as internet safety, bullying, and handling peer pressure.
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The Tutorial Program: Extra Support for Students
After-School Activities
After-school programs at the school are kept low-key as regular school work is demanding. However, the school offers a number of opportunities for after-school activities through the Hill House organization. This includes art, karate, soccer, baseball, sculpture, and fencing.
Music classes are available through the Community Music Center of Boston, with classes including beginner guitar, beginner piano, private violin and cello, and string ensemble.
During the year, there are periods where clubs are offered for several weeks. These clubs include chess, science, knitting, and Girl Scouts.