Vision Statement:

Lift for Life Academy shall be an exciting and nurturing place of learning where students, staff, and parents work together in mutual respect so that students may achieve their personal best both academically and socially preparing them to achieve/excel in today’s diverse society.
The Lift For Life Academy Mission: To offer all St. Louis city students the opportunity to succeed academically and socially in a supportive, enriching environment that promotes life-long learners.

Belief Statements:

• We believe that all students are capable of learning regardless of individual differences.
• We believe student learning is best achieved in a positive, safe, nurturing and challenging environment.
• We believe that education is the responsibility of the learner with progressive support from parents, teachers and the community at large.
• We believe student attendance is essential for academic achievement and future success.
• We believe that students will learn to be more self-aware, self-managed and self-directed.
• We believe that teachers will help students see the connections between success in school and options for the future.
• We believe that every child will participate in field experiences that expand their knowledge and understanding of their present and future world.