August 25, 2015
Welcome home to Mounds Park Academy! Many students and parents, and even a few teachers, have admitted to me that MPA feels more like a home than a school. I couldn’t agree more. Considering the amount of time we all spend within these walls, it’s probably true. However, MPA is like a home for more reasons than just time spent, it is because of the strong sense of community and belonging we all enjoy.
Home is more than a place; it is a feeling. It is a feeling of love and acceptance, where one feels comfortable being who they are. At Mounds Park Academy, we teach the whole child and are committed to the social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth of our students. Our exceptional teachers and staff are dedicated to creating a safe learning environment in which our students gain confidence in themselves and the knowledge necessary to succeed in life.
Clearly, families are a child’s first, primary, and continuous teachers. Yet school as home is a powerful image, for it also speaks to the close partnership we as educators enjoy with parents and guardians. Authentic, respectful dialogue and collaboration between home and school is a hallmark of MPA. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions, feedback or suggestions. I am committed to ensuring you are both engaged and informed.
We have a fantastic year ahead of us and I cannot wait to get started. There’s no place like home!
