Mission & Values

Our Philosophy

Catlin Gabel is a catalyst for lifelong learning. We fuel curiosity with courage to prepare our students with the confidence and ability to advocate for themselves and others, so they can rise to the challenges of life and change the world for good.

We foster in every student a wellspring of curiosity, courage, and empathy—three characteristics that cultivate a lifelong love of learning. Because we champion an experiential model of learning in which education is centered on experience, students encounter valuable lessons in real-world settings. And our commitment to progressive education doesn’t stop at our students, it extends to the school itself, as we continually adapt what we do to enhance the learning experience and motivate individual growth and success.

Our Mission

Catlin Gabel fosters compassionate and curious citizens of the world by inspiring in every student a love of learning and the courage to take responsible action.

Our Core Values

We see learning as initiative, as a conversation. And every day we embark upon that experience in community together based on these core values.

Integrity

We hold ourselves to high standards, both in the way we work and in the way we interact with each other. We believe that we are at our best when we are honest with ourselves and others. Our aim is to give students the freedom to explore their own core beliefs, then test and revise them—all within the context of a supportive environment.

Inclusion

We are stronger when we lean into our differences, when we not only listen to each other and explore assumptions but when we create space for new ways of thinking and understanding together. A community of diverse learners with different perspectives and life experiences is essential to deep learning and cultural competence in a global society.

Kindness

We are committed to stewarding positive relationships with each other and the natural world. By treating every person with respect that we each deserve, we can encourage the development and growth of every person. By practicing and teaching sustainable practices, we as a school and as individuals can help protect our environment for future generations.