The Stone Independent School

The Stone Independent School is a progressive, interdisciplinary institution that empowers students to become independent thinkers, problem-solvers, and leaders. The school's mission is to graduate students who are prepared for college and beyond, practicing empathy, ethicality, vulnerability, and gratitude, and committed to making a positive impact on the world. The school's educational approach is centered around problem-based learning, design thinking, and competency-based assessment practices, with a focus on developing core competencies such as critical thinking, creativity, and leadership. Key programs and features include STEM Honors, Humanities Honors, Global/Experiential Education Program, and Leadership Education Ecosystem, which provide students with opportunities for self-directed research, experiential learning, and personal growth. The school's unique characteristics include its emphasis on empathy, entrepreneurial mindset, and global perspectives, as well as its small class sizes, with an average grade-level size of 20 students and a student-faculty ratio of 5:1.