Mission & Core Values

Mission

Equitas Academy prepares students for college, careers, and life pursuits, and inspires them to be champions of equity.

It Takes a Community and a Vision for Excellence

As premier schools of choice in the Pico-Union neighborhood, we are committed to delivering an exceptional education that is rooted in our core values.

Preparing students who excel academically and thrive holistically.
Developing leaders who advocate for equity
Fostering a community that collectively lives the Equitas core values.

The Equitas Approach

At Equitas Academy, we foster life-long learners who are resilient, compassionate, and engaged. We inspire Equitas scholars to become community citizens who advocate for equity for themselves and others.

**Advocacy**

Students, families, and team members advocate for equity for themselves and others.

Our Core Values

The deeply ingrained principles that guide all of Equitas’ actions.

Joy | We are joyful, loving, and kind. We celebrate and have fun together.

Community | We are rooted in Pico-Union, building upon our collective strengths. We work as a team and are stronger together.

Belonging | We are inclusive. We honor and welcome the uniqueness of every member of our diverse community. We relentlessly pursue equity and anti-racism.

Advocacy | We listen with care and empathy. We share authentically and bravely. We use our influence and power to support those who are most vulnerable and marginalized.

Growth | We hold a high standard for ourselves and others. We recognize that change and challenge lead to innovation, resilience, and excellence.

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