Vermont Academy Mission Statement At Vermont Academy, we devote ourselves to creating confident and independent learners through close personal attention in a unique Vermont environment. Vermont Academy Statement of Purpose Vermont Academy is a small independent, secondary school, primarily boarding in nature, whose purpose is to prepare young men and women for entrance into and success at a college or university. The Academy helps students discover their individual talents, and develops the character, strength and skills necessary for coping effectively with the challenge of success and failure in their lives. Vermont Academy Core Beliefs Each member of the Vermont Academy community: • acts with the highest level of honesty and integrity; • is important, has worth and dignity, and is viewed as an asset; • will grow and develop, and is given the opportunity to do so here; • seeks and gives help when appropriate; • strives to achieve high and reasonable standards in the pursuit of personal excellence; • cultivates strengths and seeks to overcome challenges; • embraces personal and direct interaction to address issues and resolve differences; • considers the impact of their actions on both the immediate and world community, for the benefit of present and future generations.