School Leadership
Urban Academy's leadership emphasizes student-centered, experiential learning and a supportive, interconnected community. They prioritize creating rich educational opportunities that encourage active participation and interdisciplinary exploration. Families observe an inclusive environment where equality, respect, and a commitment to academic achievement guide students to become future leaders and innovators.
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MESSAGE FROM THE LEADERSHIP
We invited Mr. Mike Slinger, Head Of School at Urban Academy, to share a message.
The overview highlights the vision, values, and guiding principles that shape leadership and the student experience at Urban Academy.
Mr. Mike Slinger, Head Of School
At Urban Academy, we are educating for tomorrow, creating opportunities for students to connect deeply with their learning as well as who they are as learners. We believe our students will experience success when they are active participants in their education. This is achieved when students engage in rich and meaningful learning opportunities that challenge their thinking and understanding.
We are connected to one another through learning, as staff, students and our parent community. We rely upon one another and are stronger for it. We believe that inspiration comes from the world around us, and from one another, learning and growing together. We also believe that we have a responsibility to contribute and use all that we are offered in order to improve our relationships, classes, school, local and global community. It is so encouraging that every day I see students of all ages connecting, learning, inspiring, growing and giving in so many meaningful ways.
Our classrooms allow students to explore their learning through an interdisciplinary approach with a focus on experiential education throughout the curriculum and grade levels. Urban Academy students have a history of high academic achievement, community engagement and an understanding that hard work and commitment are required to achieve success. They exhibit the attributes required to become the innovators and leaders of tomorrow.
We also have a vibrant community at Urban Academy that believes in equality and respect for all members, regardless of the role one plays. We celebrate our differences as every student and staff member is unique, valued, and cared for. We are fortunate that our dedicated parent community supports us to achieve our goals and vision.
I welcome you to explore the website and get to know Urban Academy. And please, join us if you too are excited about the power that comes with a deep and meaningful education.
Mr. Mike Slinger
Head of School
Urban Academy
