Mission Statement

Vision:

With an open and affirming environment, we empower our students to become valued citizens who will continue contributing to their community. Through community partnership, we advocate for accessibility and resources that ensure our students well-being.

Mission Statement:

The Preparatory School at National Deaf Academy is dedicated to providing a solid foundation of skills in the least restrictive environment to promote optimal levels of independence, success and quality of life by maximizing the unique strengths and needs of each student.

Core Values:

• We believe that the utilization of ASL and other communication modalities in an enriched environment is imperative to the advancement of our student's communication, literacy and socialization.
• We believe that literacy is fundamental for successful daily living for all.
• We believe that a highly specialized educational program is diverse, challenging and individualized to endorse a healthy, safe and independent life for each student.
• We believe that the development of the whole child is crucial for personal growth and community re-integration.
• We believe that our students' positive sense of self includes: self-control, self-discipline, responsibility and critical thinking and that these are vital for longterm life management.
• We believe that our school community embraces cultural differences through a caring attitude, open communication and mutual respect.