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Experiential education for grades 6-12 in St. Louis

Habits of Mind & Heart

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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

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Character education has long been an essential complement to Whitfield’s college preparatory curriculum. While our unofficial motto, “Be kind and do the right thing,” has guided us for years, in 2014 we formally introduced The Habits of Mind & Heart to anchor our approach to character development.

Throughout their middle and high school experience, our goal is to provide every student with ongoing opportunities to discover their personal mission. We empower students to pursue their unique journeys while recognizing that this path unfolds in the company of others. By encouraging critical reflection and fostering social and emotional intelligence, the Habits curriculum helps students cultivate the resilience, moral awareness, and strength of character needed to become effective citizens and leaders.