We evolve ethical leaders

A Disciplined Life®

A Disciplined Life® is a culture we create through our set of 26 principles, CORE5 practices, and social emotional learning curriculum. Our 26 principles guide our actions, building a community of trust, curiosity and achievement that develop positive self-perception, healthy relationships, and the tools for productivity.

Essential Questions for each grade level:  

How will a Disciplined Life®… 

  • 6th: Broaden my perspective of myself? 
  • 7th: Guide me to be a good friend? 
  • 8th: Guide me to be an ethical leader? 
  • 9th: Guide me as an intensive thinker? 
  • 10th: Support social change in our world?
  • 11th: Influence my college and career path? 
  • 12th: Support my college and life success?
A Disciplined Life® Summit 

Every year, students choose an ADL principle to present at the end of year. This summit teaches students to: 

  • Study an A Disciplined Life® Principle 
  • Set goals
  • Gather data
  • Analyze data and make assessments
  • Demonstrate social emotional learning growth 
  • Evolve as ethical leaders
The A Disciplined Life Website: 
  • 4 units per quarter & 10 Lessons per unit 
  • Aligned learning standards
  • Progress planners
  • Interim assessments
  • Summit projects
  • Peace steps
  • Critical conversations cycle

Healthy Self-Perception

  • Accept only quality work from yourself
  • Take responsibility for your actions
  • Seek wisdom
  • Be open-minded
  • Think critically and be inquisitive
  • Love who you are
  • Demonstrate honesty and integrity
  • Be generous
  • Be a lifelong learner
  • Live a healthy lifestyle

Positive Relationships

  • Communicate effectively
  • Challenge each other intellectually
  • Show gratitude
  • Solve conflicts peacefully
  • Respect differences
  • Be positive and supportive
  • Show compassion

Tools for Productivity

  • Demonstrate a strong work ethic
  • Use your time wisely
  • Listen actively
  • Be punctual and prepared
  • Be organized
  • Be reflective
  • Be reliable
  • Take initiative
  • Demonstrate perseverance

“When young people like me are expected to study our 26 principles the same way we study academic curriculum, we evolve as ethical leaders–people who use intelligence and values to lead their lives.”

– Trinity Starnes, Class of 2019