Mission

At Renaissance School of Art & Reasoning, we nurture a creative community grounded in empathy, self-advocacy, and rigor. Through rich academic and artistic experiences, students develop the skills and confidence to express themselves, collaborate effectively, and engage with the world as prepared and purposeful citizens.

Vision Statement

Renaissance School of Art & Reasoning cultivates community focused leaders and lifelong learners who are well prepared for high school.

Renaissance Principles and Values

1. Take Care of Yourself: Be Prepared

Coming to class prepared includes, but is not limited to:

Being prepared and punctual for each class.
Bringing all required materials including a charged laptop and charger cord.
Make sure class materials are labeled.
Checking Canvas and email daily.
Turning in completed assignments to the expectations set by the teacher.
Following teacher directions, classroom procedures, and school policies.

2. Take Care of Others: Be Empathetic and Respectful

Being empathetic and respectful includes, but is not limited to:

Working quietly so all can concentrate on their work.
Being mindful of your surroundings and how you may be impacting others.
Being kind, helpful, and friendly to others.
Stopping your speech and/or behavior when asked.
Listening actively and considering others’ perspectives when someone is talking

3. Take Care of Our School: Show Stewardship

Being responsible includes, but it is not limited to:

Showing the pride you have in our school by the way you care for it.
Treating our classrooms and materials respectfully so that all may use them.
Maintaining community spaces (bathrooms, cubbies, deck, etc.).
Following procedures and managing materials as directed by your teacher.
Managing your own materials, and not “helping yourself” to materials that are not part of your project.

4. Take Ownership of Your Learning: Be Responsible & Persistent

Being persistent includes, but is not limited to:

Taking advantage of opportunities to improve your work.
Asking for help and advocating for what you need.
Doing work that you can have pride in.
Demonstrating a growth mindset by persisting through challenges.
Taking risks; mistakes are part of the learning process.