Episcopal Identity
Education in the Episcopal tradition is characterized by academic rigor, inclusivity, community service, and social justice involvement. These schools welcome people of all faiths, cultures, and economic backgrounds. The Episcopal experience at Esperanza Academy is thoughtfully planned with the understanding that spiritual growth is a vital part of an individual’s development.
The Rev. Daniel Heischman, D.D., Executive Director of the National Association of Episcopal Schools reflects on what makes Esperanza a unique and compelling school.
School Worship
During Morning Meeting, students and teachers partake in a daily moment of silence and reflection, and share readings that help center them for a long day of learning. Our bi-monthly, student-led chapels and Eucharist services help our girls to live more contemplative and intentional lives.
Community Life
Each of our students is recognized for her individual skills, nurtured to discover and cultivate her talents, and loved and accepted by all faculty and staff. Students are encouraged to trust, respect, and support one another, and to recognize classmates’ academic successes and unique qualities. Esperanza Academy’s personification of community is one we hope our students internalize and emulate in all their own “communities” throughout their lives.
Social Justice and Service
All members of the Esperanza community are expected to honor and respect the dignity of every human being. In addition to teaching students to support and value all members of the Esperanza community, we believe in teaching our students about the joy, justice, and power of giving. Through monthly service projects, ranging from food drives to litter pick-up and beautification efforts, our students feel empowered to advance the common good through acts of renewal, caring, and kindness.
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