Departments and Programs

It is the expectation that all Linsly students value and demonstrate the character traits as outlined and defined below:

• Integrity: Honesty; trustworthiness; personal reliability.
• Respect: Personal honor; empathy; kindness to others.
• Responsibility: Dependability; values-driven.
• Perseverance: Relentless in the face of challenge; willingness to grow from failures.
• Courage: Grit; confident in one's abilities.
• Citizenship: Qualities expected as a responsible member of a community.

Likewise, it is the expectation that all students at The Linsly School strive for excellence in seven academic performances which are addressed by each department within every college preparatory course in the school:

• Communication - The ability to express oneself clearly, concisely, and effectively in academic settings
• Collaboration - The ability to work with others effectively
• Critical Thinking - The ability to identify patterns, think creatively, and solve problems using reasoning and logic
• Technological Literacy - The ability to find, evaluate, and use information effectively and efficiently
• Creativity - The ability to see things from a different perspective, to be innovative, and to come up with new ideas
• Inquiry - The ability to ask questions, to be inquisitive, and to want to learn more
• Leadership - The ability to take initiative, be a positive role model, and motivate others

This unique combination of character performance and college preparatory courses sets the foundation for a Linsly graduate to prepare to lead and succeed in college and beyond