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Eton School Strategic Plan

The Board of Trustees supports the Eton School Mission. We set policies, create plans, and think strategically to ensure Eton School succeeds for future generations.
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Nurture a Dynamic and Connected Community

Overview

The Board of Trustees values our vibrant, interconnected community of families, students, employees, and alums. Guided by Montessori philosophy, Eton School commits to educating the whole child—academically, socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually. This philosophy is the foundational thread of Eton’s identity and runs through every level of the curriculum.

Strategic Intent

Strengthen engagement, preserve cultural continuity, and deepen understanding of Montessori principles to foster a thriving, inclusive community.

Action Steps

  • Increase trustee involvement in school activities and events.

  • Ensure board members are familiar with Montessori philosophy and its role in educating the whole child.
  • Support and participate in alum outreach initiatives to strengthen long-term relationships.
  • Support multi-age classrooms to foster collaboration, meaningful connections, and a tight-knit community.

 

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Commit to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB)

Overview

The Board of Trustees and the Eton School Community believe in the inherent worth and dignity of all people. Eton School is a safe, inclusive environment where all community members—students, families, faculty, and staff—work, learn, and thrive.

Strategic Intent

Foster a culture of belonging that celebrates diversity, promotes equity, and ensures representation across all aspects of school life.

Action Steps
  • Support the DEIB committee and the implementation of the DEIB strategic plan.
  • Commit funding for resources and training to increase DEIB awareness and nurture a culture of acceptance.
  • Maintain a Board of Trustees that reflects the diversity within our school community.
  • Support financial aid programs to promote socio-economic diversity among students.

 

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Recruit, Retain, and Develop Talented Faculty and Staff 

Overview

Teachers and staff are the lifeblood of Eton School. Maintaining a talented and dedicated team is essential to delivering the school’s mission. Eton School values educators as individuals and as members of a collaborative community that supports one another and strengthens the school culture. The Board of Trustees commits to the recruitment, retention, and development of qualified, mission-driven administration, faculty and staff.

Strategic Intent

Ensure competitive compensation, foster professional growth, and create a supportive environment that attracts and retains exceptional educators.

Action Steps
  • Conduct annual budget reviews to maintain competitive compensation for faculty and staff.
  • Ensure compensation and benefits align with market benchmarks and the school's mission.
  • Allocate funds in the annual budget for professional development opportunities to enhance skills and reinforce best practices in our Montessori and Montessori-inspired classrooms.
  • Cultivate continuity of Eton culture through succession plans for administration, staff, faculty, and trustees to preserve the school's identity.

 

 

 

 

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Steward Facilities

Overview

Creating a safe, welcoming, and sustainable environment ensures Eton School's success and students' continued education. The school’s curriculum teaches students to value the Earth, and models that commitment by caring for school property responsibly, minimizing environmental footprint.  The Board of Trustees stewards our land and facilities, so they nurture future generations of Eton students.

Strategic Intent

Maintain and enhance facilities to support learning, enrichment, and sustainability while ensuring safety and environmental responsibility.

Action Steps
  • Complete design and renovation of the Casa Building to improve functionality and aesthetics.
  • Expand and renovate spaces dedicated to enrichment programs to enhance student experiences.
  • Commit funding for enhancement of outdoor areas to provide safe, inviting, and environmentally responsible spaces.
  • Conduct regular facilities audits to ensure safety, compliance, and sustainability.

 

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Maintain Financial Stability

Overview

The Board of Trustees ensures the long-term financial health of Eton School. This commitment safeguards educational excellence for current students and future generations.

Strategic Intent

Maintain firm financial reserves, monitor economic trends, and implement proactive strategies to secure the school's financial position.

Action Steps
  • Maintain operating reserves at levels that ensure sustainability.
  • Maintain facilities reserves for campus upkeep and future maintenance.
  • Evaluate key financial metrics regularly and adjust budgets as needed.
  • Monitor macroeconomic trends and social developments to anticipate impacts.
  • Embrace challenges as opportunities for innovation and growth.