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With a unique educational philosophy that is based upon individualized learning, Dalton fosters excitement and joy in the ongoing process of learning. The special relationship between Dalton students and faculty is the key to the intellectual liveliness and curiosity that thrives in the classrooms and beyond. Nurturing the children's natural inquisitiveness, inculcating self-confidence in their intelligence and in their ability to succeed, Dalton enables its students to become responsible and independent learners and thinkers.

From kindergarten through twelfth grade, the school offers its students a breadth of innovative programs. It encourages its faculty to develop new teaching methodologies, curricula, and materials. Dalton stands at the forefront of expanding the educational potential of modern technology.

When Alumni come back to visit the school, they frequently note how pleased they are to see what has changed and what remains the same about their alma mater. Administrators at Dalton work as a team, setting common goals to achieve consistency in academic excellence, behavioral expectations, and educational philosophy across the three divisions. Meanwhile, numerous staff members work tirelessly to ensure that every department and building operates smoothly.

The world outside Dalton is an intrinsic element of the school's educational process. The diverse cultural population within Dalton is a reflection of the extended urban community. Respect for others and an emphasis on each individual's responsibility to the group form the basis for interaction in resolving problems inherent in any grouping. Gender, ethnic, and equity issues are actively explored as part of community life at Dalton.

In the twenty-first century, Dalton continues to be firmly committed to Helen Parkhurst's pragmatic approach to education. Priorities change with the times. What time does not alter, however, is the school's reputation for developing independent thinkers whose knowledge and understanding are rooted in the real world, who are conversant with their culture, and who are confident, eager, and self-motivated learners.