Innovative and full of heart, Mark Day School unites an enriched, rigorous academic program with a kind and inclusive community. The school nurtures a love of learning, engagement in the community, and development of compassion and an ethical framework guided by our seven pillars of character. Students learn and practice the intellectual, social, and emotional skills they will apply to the unique challenges and opportunities of their time; graduates stand out not only for their intellectual curiosity and pursuit of ideas, but also for their joy of learning and deep sense of responsibility to put their knowledge to use in the community and to be active, engaged citizens.
Mark Day School has a track record of thoughtful innovation in its curricular program, focusing on 21st century skills and concepts. Highlights include the NAIS Leading Edge Award-winning Media Literacy program; well-established local and global partnerships with the Next Generation Scholars of San Rafael, eSibonisweni and Kliptown Youth Center in South Africa, and Beijing Experimental School #2 in China, among others; SmartBoard technology in every classroom, with a one-to-one laptop program beginning in sixth grade; Mandarin and Spanish language beginning in Kindergarten; an expanded Social and Emotional Learning program being implemented currently; a commitment to differentiation across the school; and more.
Mark Day School is a vibrant and diverse community, and all community members continue to work towards the furthering of an inclusive and supportive school. Mark Day is committed to excellence through diversity and multiculturalism. For more information about Mark Day School, please visit our website (www.markdayschool.org).