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Superior academic preparation is the heart of the Blair experience.
I N ITI A TIVE T W O : Ensure Superior Educational Preparation As a school distinguished by its faculty’s commitment to knowing each and every student well, Blair infuses this knowledge into all aspects of the academic program. The critical student-faculty relationship, together with intellectual energy, professional values and effective communication, remain the core of Blair’s ability to deliver an academic experience of the highest quality. The goals of this strategic plan focus on enhancing our ability to prepare students academically for the 21st century by defining standards, improving practices and programs, and strengthening academic leadership. Additionally, the plan calls for increased efforts to make the best strategic and educational use of the School’s 450-acre campus. We will ensure superior educational preparation by:
More clearly defining “superior and effective academic preparation” among the faculty and identifying the corresponding student outcomes we wish to achieve.
Identifying, attracting and retaining the most qualified faculty possible.
Enhancing Blair’s college counseling process to improve
students’ college choices.
Ensuring that Blair’s athletic and extracurricular offerings align with the Seven Principles. Providing competitive and up-to -date lab and classroom space to support Blair’s science program.
Effectively utilizing various forms of technology to support Blair’s academic and residential programs and its administrative management.
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Planning for and stewarding Blair’s land and campus.