Welcome to Sojourner Truth Academy

STA graduates are scholars

• We prioritize learning and are prepared for the academic rigor of high school
• We have developed habits of success - self-advocacy, goal-setting, and communication - that will allow us to thrive in high school, college, and career
• We are critical thinkers, capable of drawing new insights, asking good questions, making connections, and are open to new perspectives.

STA graduates show integrity

• We are honest and self-aware
• We understand what makes us unique - how our strengths allow us to contribute something special to the world
• We embrace new experiences with an open mind
• We advocate for ourselves as we navigate systems that may not be built with us in mind

STA graduates show growth mindset

• We are diligent and courageous
• We are focused on a future filled with opportunity and believe our education is the vehicle to get there
• We know our strengths, are aware of our growth areas, and find ways to improve
• We enjoy learning, and we understand that we can grow through hard work, dedication, and repeated practice
• We recognize that we will confront obstacles and make mistakes; we celebrate when we overcome them

STA graduates are compassionate

• We demonstrate empathy by seeking to understand the perspectives of others
• We collaborate with our peers to reach our goals
• We go out of our way to show kindness towards others

As part of an STA community, STA graduates love and support each other.