OUR MISSION AND MINISTRY

As a ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Louisiana, the mission of Episcopal School of Baton Rouge is to nurture and develop the whole child - spiritually, intellectually, morally, physically and artistically - through challenging academic and co-curricular programs that prepare our graduates for college and for purposeful lives.

Overview:

For more than six decades, Baton Rouge area families have depended on Episcopal School of Baton Rouge for a whole-child educational experience that prepares students for meaningful and purposeful lives. This strategic plan ensures the school’s mission continues for the next generation with an eye to global competitiveness, financial sustainability and a focus on our Episcopal identity.

Goal One

Excellence in Teaching & Learning

Episcopal School of Baton Rouge will continue to lead, innovate and develop exceptional educational programming enhanced by meaningful artistic, athletic and spiritual learning experiences. Episcopal will be recognized locally and nationally for excellence in teaching and learning.

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Goal Two

Episcopal Identity & Community

Episcopal School of Baton Rouge will be recognized as a school deeply rooted in its Episcopal Identity that strives for common ground where all are seen, heard, and valued.

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Goal Three

Financial Sustainability

Episcopal School of Baton Rouge will ensure long-range financial sustainability and careful management of the school's resources.

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Lower School Goals

Lower School will align curriculum, focus on social/emotional learning, inclusive morning meetings and embed shared language around values and empathy. 

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Middle School Goals

Middle School will strengthen the arts program, support a smooth academic transition from 5th to 6th grade, refine the religion curriculum and participate in service learning activities. 

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Upper School Goals

Upper School will support reading, writing and research skills through the library and Academic Resource Center, focus on faculty engagement and professional growth plans, and continue to provide programming around real-world topics through Community Time. 

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The Process:

In keeping with best practices, Episcopal Board of Trustees and administrators launched directly into a strategic plan development process upon the successful completion of a dual reaccreditation process with the Southern Association of Independent Schools and the Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools. The SAIS and SAES re-accreditation process was thorough, with school administrators reviewing school goals involving the mission, governance, teaching standards, stakeholder communications, support systems and distance learning capabilities. The process included a SAIS Community Feedback Survey, providing students, parents, faculty and staff an opportunity to share feedback regarding the school. Focus groups were conducted with students, faculty, parents, alumni and business professionals to garner more in-depth details on the topic of experiential learning. The accreditation team commended Episcopal for the school’s strong sense of community, school goals involving experiential learning, governance, facilities planning, endowment and development, debt reduction and a commitment to the Episcopal Identity. The team also recognized the school for nurturing high student participation and engagement.

Moving into the strategic plan development phase immediately after the re-accreditation proved ideal. The community feedback and information gathered through the re-accreditation process informed the establishment of the three goals and the strategies to achieve them. As a result, school administrators and board leadership are confident that Episcopal students will be well prepared for college and beyond.

Thank You for Your Commitment to
Episcopal School of Baton Rouge