Vision Statement

Ascend Preparatory Academy’s vision is to cultivate thought leaders to prepare them for success in postsecondary education and beyond.

Integrity

We lead with honesty, fairness, and responsibility. Our actions reflect respect for ourselves, our peers, and our community. At Ascend, integrity means doing the right thing, even when it is difficult, and holding ourselves accountable to the values we uphold.

Curiosity

We nurture a love of learning and the courage to ask “why.” Through inquiry and discovery, scholars develop the creativity and critical thinking needed to lead change. Our culture encourages questioning, exploration, and celebrating diverse perspectives as essential parts of learning.

Resilience

We embrace challenges as stepping stones. With persistence and determination, our scholars learn to adapt, overcome obstacles, and rise stronger together. Resilience is the foundation of our name-each challenge is an opportunity to ascend higher.

Aim for Excellence. Act with Integrity. Stay Curious. Rise with Resilience.

Mission Statement

Ascend Preparatory Academy’s mission is to provide a rigorous, learner-centered educational environment that empowers scholars to grow into critical thinkers, ethical leaders, and engaged citizens. We challenge each scholar through real-world learning, mentorship, and intentional character development, so that they are prepared to excel in postsecondary education, career pathways, and lifelong leadership.

Ascend’s Four Pillars

Excellence

We pursue academic rigor and personal growth in all that we do. Every scholar is challenged to reach their highest potential and prepare for a future of limitless opportunities. Excellence means setting high expectations for ourselves and supporting one another to rise and meet them.