2018-2019 School Profile
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2018-2019 School Profile Founded in 2001, Headwaters • Springs Campus (Early Childhood) in South Austin at 6305 Manchaca Road School is an independent school • Creek Campus (Elementary) in Southwest Austin in Austin, Texas serving students at 9607 Brodie Lane from early childhood through • River Campus (Middle and High School) in Downtown Austin at 807 Rio Grande Street grade 12. Our current enrollment Shuttle service offered between Creek and is 550 students. River Campuses. Peace Education and Mindfulness Each fall, our Early and Upper Elementary students choose a hero from history to research. This work culminates in a performance event during which each child Peace Education is paramount to us. We believe that dresses up like his/her chosen hero and shares a brief performance with the the best way for children to learn about the power of Elementary community. peaceful, healthy communication and conflict resolution is through practice. We dedicate time to the ongoing CULTURE: HEROES OF THE PAST Elementary teaching of communication skills, from discussions with Montessori Foundation, the whole class to one-on-one coaching. As children ® International Baccalaureate Diploma progress through each grade level, they acquire increasingly sophisticated tools for problem-solving, and The Montessori curriculum in our Early Childhood and Elementary students are encouraged to practice utilizing these programs is the foundation that leads to our International tools. Academically, we examine and celebrate peace ® Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, and sets us apart from leaders and movements throughout history. every other school in Austin. Both Montessori and IB share Student-Teacher Ratios a dedication to growing compassionate global citizens who are self-directed, lifelong learners. The mission of the International We explore mindfulness at each level at Headwaters. Baccalaureate is “to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring Young Children’s Community By sharing periods of intentional silence as a class, young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world (ages 18 months to 3 years): both students and guides are able to set an intention through intercultural understanding and respect.” This is exactly for the class, self-regulate emotions, and feel more what Maria Montessori hoped to create with her “Cosmic connected to their surroundings. Centering has Education” – a way of helping children learn who they are both become a powerful mindfulness practice in the Middle and High School by moments of silence or guided as individuals and as part of the global community. 13 students 3 teachers meditation allowing one to calm the mind and body in an effort to better focus on what's inside and outside Calendar Headwaters School Purpose, Promise, and Pact your body. In fact, every class in the Middle and High School starts with centering, often led by a student. We are inspired, organized, and guided by our Purpose, Promise, Primary (ages 3-5): Middle and High School Campus and Pact. These ideas serve as the foundation for our daily work. 38 weeks In school year (including one week Student Body of exams and one week of student-planned Our Purpose Our Promise • The Headwaters Early Childhood program experiential learning) serves 125 students, ages 18 months to Pre-K. We cultivate We guide our students to 25 students 3 teachers 2 semesters Fall and Spring identity formation, live authentically, • The Elementary School serves 190 students in Kindergarten through grade 5. foster empathy, and think expansively, 5 days/week A/B day schedule for eight periods with advisory meetings 4 days a week and an embrace diversity • The Middle and High School serves 235 students and create bravely. Elementary (K-5th): in grades 6 through 12. This number includes assembly once a week to bring more 16 international students from seven countries peace to the world. including Brazil, China, France, Mexico, Russia, 7.5 hours Length of school day Senegal, and Vietnam. Our Pact • Fifteen percent of our student body receives We invite our students, guides, staff, parents, and trustees to be: 27 students 2 teachers tuition assistance. Early Childhood and Elementary School Campuses Peacemakers. As we learn to resolve conflicts, we 38 weeks In school year demonstrate compassion, grace, skill, and courage. We take Middle and High School: 2 semesters Fall and Spring responsibility for our actions. The Headwaters Forward is an annual trip during which Headwaters staff and students from the Middle and High School Advocates. We strive to understand and value diverse spend several days playing and bonding in the beautiful Texas LENGTH OF SCHOOL DAY: Hill Country. This trip is one of the most memorable experiences perspectives, cultures, and faiths. We recognize our agency and 4 hours Early Childhood 1/2-Day Program act with integrity in pursuit of a more just and equitable society. 13:1 student to staff advisor ratio – of the school year, and we consider it to be an important part our Middle and High School programs of the Headwaters curriculum. 7 hours Early Childhood/Elementary Full-Day Program Creators. Curiosity, wonder, and the creative process are have 30-36 students per grade level essential to a fulfilling life. We discover ourselves and our voices CULTURE: THE FORWARD Middle and High School by taking intellectual and artistic risks. Thinkers. As self-directed learners, we approach education Headwaters by the Numbers with intention. We use observation, research, and reason to explore FACULTY AND STAFF problems that matter to us, our community, and the world. Since 2012, our graduates have received more than more than $19 million in scholarship offers. Full-Time Faculty 91 and Staff Members SAT SUMMARY RESULTS FOR CLASS OF 2017 AND CLASS OF 2018 CULTURE: STUDENT-LED CONFERENCES Middle and High School Section Middle 50% Mean Part-Time Faculty Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 570-700 660 9 and Staff Members Twice each year, Middle and High School students reflect on their academic and Mathematics 550-700 640 social progress in collaboration with their advisor and parents. Students examine and Average years of faculty consider their goals for the year and present their insights to these caring adults. Total 1150-1380 1310 12.75 and staff experience Peace Education and Mindfulness Each fall, our Early and Upper Elementary students choose a hero from history to research. This work culminates in a performance event during which each child Peace Education is paramount to us. We believe that dresses up like his/her chosen hero and shares a brief performance with the the best way for children to learn about the power of Elementary community. peaceful, healthy communication and conflict resolution is through practice. We dedicate time to the ongoing CULTURE: HEROES OF THE PAST Elementary teaching of communication skills, from discussions with Montessori Foundation, the whole class to one-on-one coaching. As children ® International Baccalaureate Diploma progress through each grade level, they acquire increasingly sophisticated tools for problem-solving, and The Montessori curriculum in our Early Childhood and Elementary students are encouraged to practice utilizing these programs is the foundation that leads to our International tools. Academically, we examine and celebrate peace ® Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, and sets us apart from leaders and movements throughout history. every other school in Austin. Both Montessori and IB share Student-Teacher Ratios a dedication to growing compassionate global citizens who are self-directed, lifelong learners. The mission of the International We explore mindfulness at each level at Headwaters. Baccalaureate is “to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring Young Children’s Community By sharing periods of intentional silence as a class, young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world (ages 18 months to 3 years): both students and guides are able to set an intention through intercultural understanding and respect.” This is exactly for the class, self-regulate emotions, and feel more what Maria Montessori hoped to create with her “Cosmic connected to their surroundings. Centering has Education” – a way of helping children learn who they are both become a powerful mindfulness practice in the Middle and High School by moments of silence or guided as individuals and as part of the global community. 13 students 3 teachers meditation allowing one to calm the mind and body in an effort to better focus on what's inside and outside Calendar Headwaters School Purpose, Promise, and Pact your body. In fact, every class in the Middle and High School starts with centering, often led by a student. We are inspired, organized, and guided by our Purpose, Promise, Primary (ages 3-5): Middle and High School Campus and Pact. These ideas serve as the foundation for our daily work. 38 weeks In school year (including one week Student Body of exams and one week of student-planned Our Purpose Our Promise • The Headwaters Early Childhood program experiential learning) serves 125 students, ages 18 months to Pre-K. We cultivate We guide our students to 25 students 3 teachers 2 semesters Fall and Spring identity formation, live authentically, • The Elementary School serves 190 students in Kindergarten through grade 5. foster empathy, and think expansively, 5 days/week A/B day schedule for eight periods with advisory meetings 4 days a week and an embrace diversity • The Middle and High School serves 235 students and create bravely. Elementary (K-5th): in grades 6 through 12. This number includes assembly once a week to bring more 16 international students from seven countries peace to the world. including Brazil, China, France, Mexico, Russia, 7.5 hours Length of school day Senegal, and Vietnam. Our Pact • Fifteen percent of our student body receives We invite our students, guides, staff, parents, and trustees to be: 27 students 2 teachers tuition assistance. Early Childhood and Elementary School Campuses Peacemakers. As we learn to resolve conflicts, we 38 weeks In school year demonstrate compassion, grace, skill, and courage.