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Academics

Prepping them for what's next

Academic exploration at the Prep unfolds in settings that navigate the nuance beyond textbooks, tests, and term-papers. Students are empowered to master content across disciplines through a hands-on workflow. There’s an emphasis on learning by doing. Classroom time is devoted to labs, simulations, gamified instruction, flipped lesson plans, outdoor exploration, peer presentations, and meaningful collaboration. Across every grade and within every field of study, St. John’s students are continually emboldened to think for themselves, write persuasively, and speak articulately.  

Inspired by our dynamic array of course offerings—with levels to fit the needs of every learner, each crafted by a team of deeply dedicated educators—students become immersed in a kaleidoscope of new experiences, fresh perspectives, and lasting discoveries. Embraced into an inclusive community grounded in respect and kindness, intellectually curious young minds join together with faculty and staff to make every corner of the Prep campus a bustling workshop of investigation and discovery.

To be sure, St. John’s students cultivate the skills they need to navigate a complex world. But just as importantly, graduates leave here with the insight and outlook to recognize how they can make a difference. The Prep is a place that lacks high-pressure, but one that stimulates high expectations and a deep sense of social responsibility—all by fostering a culture of “learning how to learn.” Developing these lifelong habits of excellence is not a path students walk alone. We meet them where they are in their academic journey and support them as they hone their distinctive gifts and work toward their goals. 

In short, we equip them to prep for what’s next.