Excellence with Humanity in an Interconnected World
As we imagine the future of our school, we see One Rivers: an interconnected community where every member is needed. The unique culture of Rivers has always been sustained by each of us taking responsibility for the meaningful relationships at the heart of our educational philosophy, Excellence with Humanity. We remain steadfast in that tradition, even as we prepare to take bold steps into the future. Boldness, after all, was present from the beginning, when Rivers was founded as an open-air school more than a century ago. In that spirit, our strategic priorities will guide our continued evolution.
Our Mission
Rivers inspires every student to pursue excellence, thrive in a community of connection and belonging, and create their own path to a life of impact and purpose.
Our Core Values
Guided by our philosophy of Excellence with Humanity, we value:
Guided by our philosophy of Excellence with Humanity, we value:
Integrity
We are committed to aligning our actions with our values in the continuing pursuit of courage, honesty, and truth.
Perseverance
We embrace challenges and make space for discomfort as we build resilience and support individual and collective growth.
Empathy
We seek to understand and connect with one another to foster a community of mutual respect and care.
Curiosity
We prioritize learning that is grounded in our natural sense of wonder and shaped by exploring complex questions in an ongoing process of discovery.
Joy
We delight in engaging with our work and with each other, celebrating our passions and the fullest expression of ourselves.
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Rivers admits academically qualified students and does not discriminate against students or families on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or ethnic or national origin in the administration of its educational programs, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic programs, and other school-administered programs.