Emerald Mountain School
WE CREATE PASSIONATE LEARNERS
Education at Emerald Mountain School follows a developmental approach that strives to educate the whole student in a positive and constructive environment. The academic program is designed to promote intellectual growth, creativity, confidence, and leadership through an understanding of cultural differences throughout the world and responsibility within the school community.
- We inspire confidence and a passion for learning through a curriculum that stresses academics, personal accountability, experiential and outdoor education, and responsible local and global citizenship.
- Our vision is to be the school that best prepares students for future challenges and opportunities.
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
Independent schools nurture intellectual curiosity, stimulate personal growth, encourage critical thinking, and promote a lifelong love of learning.
DYNAMIC CURRICULUM
Independent school instructors usually teach in their areas of expertise. They strive to develop a full understanding of each student’s learning style, interests, and motivation.
GLOBAL AWARENESS
In addition to academics, independent schools also nurture students’ personal and social growth and civic conscience.
INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
Independent schools promote regular communication among students, parents, and teachers to ensure everyone is working toward the same goals.
NEWS & UPCOMING EVENTS
EMS Welcomes New Science Faculty
While it’s never an easy task to replace a faculty member midway through the school year, EMS found a gem in Dr. Charley Abernathy. Following the completion of her doctorate in veterinary medicine at CSU in 2008, Charley has spent the past 12 years in education and...
Young Minds at Work: Why the Future Looks Bright for Adults
Last semester, Middle School students were given the challenge of renaming the new and experimental ‘Expedition’ course. While several names were suggested, it turned out that the original stuck, and, certainly, it remains fitting. The course is a long journey, an...
5-6 Visits Local Master Printer
As supplement to their print-making undertakings in Keri’s class, last week the Grouse ventured across town to Oehme Graphics to see the artform from the eye level of a professional. Founder and master printer Susan Hover Oehme guided the 5th and 6th graders through a...