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Why CA?

Strong Community, Powerful Network

Commonwealth Academy is far more than just a school. Commonwealth Academy is a school and vibrant community. It is a place where students forge long-lasting relationships, find joy, and begin to find themselves. We are a sanctuary and a movement. We are a powerful network of brilliant minds, dynamic leaders (current and aspiring), changemakers, and lifelong learners. We are a harbor where inclusion is foundational and our commitment to helping students thrive is unwavering.

 


 

An Employee's Why

“I’ve worked in a number of schools and never encountered a community so focused on student wellness and student success. Our students are so bright and capable, so interesting and complex, they need to be seen, heard, and understood by the adults in their lives. CA does this better than any school anywhere. We take students where they want to go, bring families together, and build up our kids to let them become who they want to be. I can’t imagine helping young people any other way. So for me, the answer to the question “Why CA?” is simple: Our students need a home and CA is that home, that sanctuary, for students who need more to be more. It’s as simple as that.”

- Mr. Stanton, Director of Admissions

 

A Student's Why

"To go from a class of 700 in public school, and a class of about 300 in another private school, to my current class size, was awesome. CA leveled my playing field and made learning possible for me in ways that other schools didn't even try to. I tried to hate CA when I first got here, but when you're constantly pushed in the right direction and you're surrounded by people who do anything to help you succeed, you can't help but fall in love. That's why I'm here."

- Grade 11 Student

A Parent's Why

"We never felt comfortable at other schools, not even on tours. Something was always missing, but the day we visited CA for the first time, we found the missing piece. What was missing was the irrevocable belief that our daughter was capable of everything we wanted for her ... and more. At CA, we met people who looked at us less like dollar signs and more like family ... and that's what we've become — the best version of family. Lines of communication are always open. We love it here!"

- Grade 7 Parents

An Alumni's Why

I went to CA for six years, and for those six years, I had a family. I love CA so much! The whole community made you feel like you were never alone; that they would help you when you were down and always showed support and encouragement. Commonwealth taught me what it means to be kind to others, to always offer a helping hand, and to achieve my highest potential.” 

- CA Alumni, Class of 2016