Our Mission
At New Design High School we provide our students with a
Life Preparatory Curriculum that engages the concept and process of Design in
order to meet the needs of urban adolescents, empowering them to Make Good
Choices.
Personalization
We
care for our students as individuals. We seek to know their particular
strengths, passions and learning styles, to better meet their needs in the classroom
and to help them develop the capacity to make good choices.
Intellectual and Creative Community
Conversation and collaboration
deepen our work and our reflection. We seek each other's perspective and
expertise on a daily basis.
Curiosity and Passion
We believe in cultivating curiosity
and passion.
Problem-solving
Developing the strategies and the
stamina for solving problems is essential to living successfully.
Multiple Perspectives
Exploring different perspectives and
cultural contexts helps students develop into versatile, empathic adults.