Habits of Mind & Heart
Whitfield's distinctive approach to character education is an integral part of our curriculum. This vital framework supports our students as they grow academically and personally, develop socially and emotionally, and evolve as empathetic peers, engaged citizens, and effective leaders.
HABITS OF MIND & HEART: CHARACTER EDUCATION
At the center of Whitfield's mission is our commitment to character education through the Habits of Mind & Heart curriculum.
At the core of our school are people of integrity, vision, humor and generosity. Our common goal is the growth of every member of the community, beginning with students, but also including teachers, parents and alumni. We have pulled this goal into the center of the curriculum, because we see it as essential both to the academic success of our students and to their happiness and productivity as citizens of our school community, St. Louis, and the world.
We at Whitfield believe that strength of character and self-confidence are critically important to success in life. The Habits of Mind & Heart curriculum encourages critical reflection for academic and personal growth, deepens social and emotional intelligence, and shapes the personal strengths of our students so that they have the resilience and moral awareness to be effective citizens and leaders.