Mission, Vision, and Core Values
Our Mission and Vision
Vision
New Village Academy envisions the Annapolis community united
in launching ALL its youth
into thriving careers, strong personal character, and active community engagement.
Mission
New Village Academy ensures every student is
known, connected, empowered, and accountable,
so they have the will and the skill
to take charge of their education and future,
with Annapolis as their classroom.
New Village Academy Core Values
These Core Values are drawn from the wisdom of the ancient cultural traditions of our diverse Annapolis communities. They are the characteristics and mindsets we hope all our students and staff will grow to embrace as they come together to work and learn.
Nea onnim no sua a, ohu
(Ghana, Twi)
“Nimd3”
Lifelong Learning/ Growth Mindset
“He who does not know, can know from learning.”
I am always learning
Ubuntu
(Zulu, South Africa)
“Ubuntu”
Interdependence
“I am because we are.”
I care about the well-being of others
Kan
(Mayan)
“Kan”
Perseverance
Hard work, Harvest, Slow Growth
I work hard and take the long view
Dara Knot
(Celtic)
“Dara”
Integrity
Represents the roots of a mighty oak tree
I hold myself accountable to what matters
Lotus
(Ancient Egypt, Asia)
“Kamal”
Resilience
New beginnings, beauty emerging from muddy waters
I let go and move on
Astrolabe
(Spanish, Arabic origin)
“Astrolabe”
Navigation
Knowing where you are and where you are going.
I set goals and reflect on my progress
Bear
(Native, Piscataway)
“Winquipim”
Courage
Intellectual and personal risk-taking
I acknowledge and push through my fears
Nahui Ollin
(Aztec)
“Ollin”
Movement/Social Justice
Reflection, action, reconciliation and transformation
I lead with humility
NVA Schoolwide Norms
Show Up!
Bring your Heart!
Grow your Mind!
Lift your Voice!
Seize your Future!
