February 26, 2025
This message is from MPA’s Office of Admission from the February 26 issue of Inside MPA. Click here to get in touch with Admission and learn more!
“MPA is a remarkable community filled with love, compassion, and a genuine interest in the well-being of not only the students but the entire family. While the facilities and academics are extremely impressive, the MPA experience extends far beyond the classrooms. From hallway smiles and community events to check-in emails and sincere gratitude, it’s an environment unlike any I’ve seen. We will be forever grateful our family was welcomed into the MPA family.” –MPA parent review on Niche.com.
Hearing stories like this never fails to make our day. Though this parent’s words are personal, their experience is not singular. Anyone at MPA will tell you that one of the best parts of our school is the joyful, welcoming, family feel. In fact, community, not just a school, is what so many of our students and families come to MPA looking for.
“In a time of rapid change and volatility, young people need stability and a safe, welcoming place to learn and grow. They need kind and caring teachers and staff who truly know them and can accompany them through uncertain times.” These are Dr. Bill Hudson, Head of School’s words from a Head’s Message near the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. Though he wrote this message several years ago, the sentiment about our school community remains true as ever today.
Safety and stability is built by seeing, hearing, celebrating, and learning from one another. “Welcoming new members to our family and the growth of our extended family are worth celebrating,” he wrote. “With each new addition, our family is redefined and our sense of self is enhanced. Collectively, our values and perspectives are both affirmed and enriched.”
We are a school community that believes everyone learns and thrives best through curiosity, inclusivity, and collaboration. This community-wide family feel extends to the office of admission as well, and it’s one of the things we love to show prospective families the most, as they value the same thing–family.
