Mission, Goals, and Value Statement

Mission Statement

Horizons Greater Washington develops public private partnerships between independent and public school communities to provide academic, cultural, and recreational programs designed to empower economically disadvantaged students to realize their full potential.

Horizons is committed to the development of the whole child by providing experiences that build problem-solving skills, foster awareness of community responsibility, instill respect for oneself and others, and encourage a life-long interest in learning.

Goals

Horizons offers a six-week summer enrichment program and Saturday school year program on independent school campuses in the greater Washington region. Horizons aims to:

• Mitigate summer decline in students’ academic achievement
• Improve students’ school-year attendance and performance over time
• Build self-esteem and raise students’ aspirations and vision for success
• Encourage families to become involved in their children’s education

Value Statement

Horizons Greater Washington operates as a steward of civic leadership committed to excellence, collaboration and accountability. Integral to our success is respect of every child, advocacy for achievement and allegiance to the enduring qualities of diverse, inclusive communities, large and small.