Only At Sagemont Prep Home / About Us / Only At Sagemont Prep Choosing Sagemont Prep We know that parents have a lot of choices for their child’s education. So, why do families choose Sagemont Prep and stay with us until their child graduates? It’s because so many wonderful things happen at our private school, #OnlyatSagemontPrep. Let us tell you more! Student Empowered Innovation At Sagemont Prep, every day is different. Our objective is to foster innovation, encourage entrepreneurship, and cultivate our community impact. Innovation We encourage students to think outside of the box and try things in different ways. Entrepreneurship We help students dream big and take smart risks. Community Impact We show students how to help others and make the world a better place. The Sagemont Prep Difference Signature Projects Sagemont Preparatory School offers a dynamic academic experience where students are empowered to lead their own learning. Through intentional pathways and real-world projects, students become active architects of their education. Our students are engaged, curious, and driven. Our program centers on signature projects that foster critical skills: intellectual curiosity, creativity, analytical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, responsible risk-taking, and reflection. These pillars are embedded across all learning experiences. We prepare our students to think deeply, explore boldly, and act with purpose. Our students gain important academic knowledge. They also build confidence and learn to make smart choices. They are ready to do well no matter what they choose to do next. Harkness Discussions Harkness discussions promote collaborative and student-centered learning experiences. They encourage active engagement, critical thinking, and communication skills among students. Through Harkness discussions, students learn to express their ideas, listen to others’ perspectives, and build upon each other’s contributions. This approach fosters a deeper understanding of the subject matter and cultivates skills essential for effective collaboration, such as empathy, respect, and open-mindedness. Additionally, Harkness discussions empower students to take ownership of their learning process and develop the confidence to articulate and defend their viewpoints in a respectful and constructive manner. Advisory Program Our Upper Campus Advisory Program builds a trusted support system and strong sense of community. It offers our students a safe space for meaningful discussions and growth. The program is grounded in a growth mindset and encourages self-reflection through digital portfolios. These portfolios serve as the foundation for Student-Led Conferences—empowering our students to take ownership of their learning journey. The program features grade-level lessons developed by our counselors to meet evolving needs. Topics include college test prep with the Princeton Review, time management, mindfulness, kindness, and team-building. Through personalized support and skill-building, our students gain confidence, strengthen connections, and become engaged leaders in their education. AP Capstone™ Diploma AP Capstone™ is an innovative diploma program from the College Board. It helps our students learn how to do their own research, work in teams, and share their ideas clearly. The program includes AP Seminar and AP Research. In these classes, our students study real-world problems and many different ways. They find information, look at it closely, and make strong, valid arguments. If students get a score of 3 or higher in both AP Seminar and AP Research, and in four other AP classes they choose, they can earn the AP Capstone Diploma™. Middle School Writing Program Writing is the cornerstone of middle school. Every student takes a writing course each year. In this class, they learn how to share their thoughts clearly. Our 8th grade class is modeled after AP Research. It helps our students learn how to find information, think critically, and build strong ideas. The writing program fosters confidence, creativity, and engagement in our students. They graduate with a solid foundation for success in high school, college, and beyond.
