Stratford School will launch their STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) based curriculum in partnership with Carden Academy at a new location in Mission Viejo on Tuesday, January 17 at 10:00 a.m.

This partnership celebration event highlights this collaboration and Stratford School’s commitment as a member of the local community, while providing a balanced curriculum for students and families in the Mission Viejo area. They will provide outstanding academic achievement in a safe, supportive environment where children are seen and heard while developing into creative problem solvers, innovators and leaders. Stratford’s goal is to prepare and mentor students for admission to competitive high schools and colleges while giving them the tools they need to succeed.

There will be a commemorative celebration featuring school leadership and an address by Mission Viejo Mayor Wendy Bucknum. Staff and students will perform a poem and song, and feature an art show of mosaic mural tiles that will become part of a commemorative wall on campus. Community dignitaries and key project partners, along with Stratford School officials, Carden and Stratford teachers, students and parents will attend.

Established in 1999, Stratford School is a leading independent private school founded on the belief that education is a significant influence in the life of a child. Stratford offers an accelerated, balanced curriculum from preschool through eighth grade emphasizing the areas of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) that incorporates music, physical education, foreign language, and social skills development. All students are provided the necessary tools to excel, and are encouraged to participate actively in leadership, community service, and extracurricular activities.

The new campus dedication will take place on Tuesday, January 17 10 a.m; 24741 Chrisanta Drive, Mission Viejo, California. Visit http://www.stratfordschools.com for more information.