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enjoys a 119 year tradition of academic excellence. In 1900, our secondary school was the first in Alabama to be accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Currently, the school holds duel accreditation through SACS and the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). Additionally, UMS-Wright is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools. UMS-Wright Mission: For the UMS-Wright family to educate all students to their highest potential in mind, body, and spirit and to produce in each student character of the highest possible order.
—Mind— The UMS-Wright chapter of The Cum Laude Society is one of only three in the state of Alabama. Approximately 70% of the Class of 2012 attempted at least one of the 17 AP courses offered at UMS-Wright. In 2011, fifty-two students received AP Scholar Awards. Two UMS-Wright seniors were named National Merit Scholars, and one of these students was also recognized as a National Hispanic Scholar. Two other students were named Commended Scholars. The success of our students in the classroom is enhanced by our dedicated faculty and staff, along with an exciting utilization of virtual learning, 8 computer labs, SMART Boards in every classroom combined with an atmosphere for learning.
—Body— In keeping with the UMS-Wright mission statement, the Athletic Department offers a wide variety of programs including 13 team sports from lower school to high school varsity, well-rounded P.E. programs, and numerous intramural teams throughout the school year. Each coach, team, and individual participant is supported by an outstanding staff of dedicated and knowledgeable personnel. Healthy competitions and the accompanying lessons of self-discipline, personal sacrifice, and loyalty help students become individuals with superior character.
—Spirit— Student Life outside the classroom is an integral part of the UMS-Wright educational experience. We focus on two components: Co-curriculars and Service. Students of all ages are presented with numerous opportunities to interact with each other and with their teachers in one on one and group activities. Students are encouraged to be active in local, state, national and world communities with specific emphasis being placed upon our obligation to serve others. In addition to our co-curriculars and service opportunities, music, dance, painting, theatre, writing, journalism, debate...UMS-Wright arts programs offer a home for everyone. From our award-winning drum line to our nationally-recognized yearbook to our entertaining stage performances and fascinating art exhibits, students of all ages utilize those keys that “unlock profound human understanding and accomplishment.”
Always Advancing... UMS-Wright does not discriminate on the Visitof www.MobileBayParents.com basis race, creed or national origin.
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