Mission Statement
Orthodox Preparatory Academy is an independent college preparatory day school that exists to educate young men and women in the arts and sciences in the context of a complete commitment to the Orthodox Christian faith.
Our school follows a Classical educational model, integrated with faith and salvation-based learning. We recognize theosis (becoming Christ-like) as a primary goal of education, and therefore endeavor to:
- Guide the spiritual and social development of the students through their participation in the Orthodox Christian community and liturgical life.
- Reinforce Orthodox Christian character in service of the global community.
- Provide an academically rigorous college preparatory education.
This tripartite focus on spiritual, character and academic development follows outlines established by the Church Fathers and Mothers, who recognized the goal of education as being "to allow a follower of Christ to come closer to God, to spread and defend the Faith, and to act as a good steward of His creation." Thus we strive to produce academically accomplished individuals who will seek to use their talents in the world for Christ.
Enrollment
We plan on enrolling the first class in the fall of 2008. Enrollment will be open to male and female students of all backgrounds, grades K-2, and eventually for all grades pre-K through 12. Orthodox Prep does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender or ethnic origin. We provide a rigorous, college preparatory education to both Orthodox and non-Orthodox students in the greater Seattle area.
Though not required to be Orthodox Christians, the parents (or guardians) of students at Orthodox Prep should have a clear understanding of the philosophy and purpose of the ministry. This understanding includes a willingness to have their child exposed to the clear teaching of the Orthodox Christian Faith in various and frequent ways within the school's program.
