Core Capacities
and Values
At Acera, students engage in rigorous, meaningful learning tailored to their readiness and interests. Our day program is grounded in the belief that gifted students thrive when they are challenged appropriately and supported authentically. Within a culture of intellectual curiosity and purposeful learning, teachers design experiences that foster creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving. As a lab school, we collaborate with leading researchers and institutions to pilot innovative STEM and interdisciplinary programs—ensuring our students engage with real-world ideas and tools, not just classroom theory.
Respect and support others in realizing their potential while using your talents to make a positive impact.
Cultivate humility and openness while communicating with honesty and compassion.
Explore, innovate, and learn with curiosity while embracing wonder and fostering joy in learning through choice and purpose.
Follow through on commitments and uphold your values while challenging yourself to reach your potential.
Live our beliefs through action and empower others to take ownership while showing tenacity, flexibility, and resilience in challenging situations. Make decisions with integrity to earn trust.
