Vision
We have a Vision for our school, our coastal villages and our world in which all people become their best selves, curious, confident, creative problem solvers and stewards of their home place. By providing a foundation of experiential, hands on education for the whole child, the Fire Mountain Community nurtures healthy, happy, lifelong learners.
Mission
Nurture each child by providing a joyful, place-based learning experience
Values
Each child as a unique individual Family engagement in childhood learning and academics
Teaching to the whole child Sense of community
Place based education Collaboration and Cooperation
Deep connections with the natural world Play as a critical component to early childhood learning
The outdoors as the original place of learning The fun of learning fundamentals
Thematic learning Experience in Risk, Failure, and Mastery
Quality communication Creativity
Giving back to the community Individual expression
Multidisciplinary learning Kindness, Compassion and Respect
Fostering creativity, discovery and exploration Joy
Small class size with high teacher student ratio Wonder and Curiosity
Mixed age classrooms Vigor for life and learning
Teaching to the whole child Sense of community
Place based education Collaboration and Cooperation
Deep connections with the natural world Play as a critical component to early childhood learning
The outdoors as the original place of learning The fun of learning fundamentals
Thematic learning Experience in Risk, Failure, and Mastery
Quality communication Creativity
Giving back to the community Individual expression
Multidisciplinary learning Kindness, Compassion and Respect
Fostering creativity, discovery and exploration Joy
Small class size with high teacher student ratio Wonder and Curiosity
Mixed age classrooms Vigor for life and learning
Goals
Maintain a solid community foundation with Exceptional Teachers and Engaged Families
Use the Outdoors to Enrich Mental, Physical and Spiritual Health
Provide Strong Academics within the framework of a Place-Based Curriculum
Ensure Sound Organizational Structure
Use the Outdoors to Enrich Mental, Physical and Spiritual Health
Provide Strong Academics within the framework of a Place-Based Curriculum
Ensure Sound Organizational Structure