A MESSAGE FROM CATHERINE J. HALL, HEAD OF SCHOOL
At the heart of the Nobles experience is our steadfast belief in the power of connections—to faculty and staff, to classmates, and to our beloved campus. We invest in building community every moment of every day. The evidence is everywhere: students discovering, ensembles creating, athletic teams achieving, educators inspiring, and graduates leading. Through a combination of individual strengths and shared purpose, we thrive.
As we map out our next strategic chapter as a school, living out our mission is more important than ever in a world that is more disconnected and unkind, more unaffordable and anxious, and more specialized and focused on outcomes. Amidst this backdrop, our mission and core values serve as our compass and empower us with optimism.
Our strategic plan clarifies our approach to the challenges ahead by identifying the opportunities within them and harnessing our mission to overcome them. We approach the future with confidence and pride. I feel deeply privileged and honored to lead a school so uniquely equipped to embrace this next era, one in which we will always work to fulfill our mission.
We will embark upon our strategic journey as a school the way we always have: together. Thank you for your enduring partnership and support.
Warmly,
Catherine J. Hall, Ph.D.
Head of School
MISSION
At Nobles, we forge human connections to inspire a lifelong process of discovery and unlock the potential to do good.
CORE VALUES
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Curiosity inspires intellectual inquiry. By questioning, reasoning, and thinking critically, we embrace complex ideas and value the exchange of diverse perspectives.
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Respect for self and others is the bedrock of our community, guiding us to act with honesty, humility, kindness, empathy, and trust.
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Playfulness sparks creativity, energizes us to give our best, and fortifies resilience to face challenges. We balance hard work with humor.
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We show up for each other. We practice generosity in all its forms—sharing our knowledge, time, resources, and passions. Giving deepens our understanding of each other and ourselves.
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Community means everyone. When we are known and valued, we flourish. Together, we create an environment where everyone feels respected and empowered to be their best selves.
STRATEGIC PLAN VISION
Noble and Greenough School is committed to a future powered by our connections and guided by our mission and values to inspire growth and innovation. We will continue to invest in cultivating a thriving community by ensuring academic excellence and student well-being are mutually reinforced, expanding access and affordability, and reinventing and reenergizing our campus. We strive to remain an exemplar of educating students to be curious, resilient, compassionate, and impactful leaders in an increasingly complex world. Ultimately, we aim to graduate extraordinary students who pursue a lifetime of doing good.
Next is an exciting new chapter for Nobles, anchored in our history, mission, and core values, and inspired by opportunities to innovate and lead.
We will be true to who we are while always aspiring to be better. We will show that growth and balance, challenge and support, and academic excellence and well-being are not mutually exclusive. We will affirm that an intentional focus on human connections and community is the cause and the effect of an excellent education.
This vision for Nobles, composed of challenges and opportunities facing our mission, serves as the map for our strategic plan, one that will guide us in bold and empowering ways.
As we always have been, we will be Nobles, together.
A Strategic Plan as Unique as Nobles
After a thoughtful three-year planning process, we are excited to share a clear and comprehensive overview of our aspirations and key areas of focus that will drive our institution forward. This vision is the first part of a two-part process that will shape Nobles’ evolution in the coming years. Later this year, we will present our full strategic plan, which will map out the priorities and initiatives that will guide our path over the coming years. We are grateful for your support and partnership in making it a reality.