Worcester Preparatory School continues to embrace and grow within its foundational mission rooted in college preparation, academic distinction, and whole-child development. This strategic plan is built on guiding principles reflecting the school’s unwavering commitment to an education which allows students to learn, grow, and lead within our school community and beyond.
This Strategic Plan was meaningfully developed to support students, faculty, and staff in intentional and tangible ways. Through our support of the identified guiding principles, we will continue to invest not only in our students but also in our faculty and staff through comprehensive compensation and benefits packages and the fostering of professional growth opportunities. We are also dedicated to creating facilities which inspire learning, athletic achievement, artistic expression, and cultural exchange.
Additionally, we ensure financial sustainability through responsible fiscal stewardship, enhanced fundraising, and a focus on growing reserves and endowment. Each of these commitments reinforces an environment at Worcester Prep in which learning, growth, leadership, and student success are paramount.
Guiding Principle 1 – Students
Worcester Prep is a dynamic and closely connected community where each student is known and valued by our dedicated teachers. Students are at the heart of our school’s mission, which is grounded in continually enriching experiences within our curriculum and extracurricular programs. While robust academics remain at the core of our purpose, we are equally devoted to fostering essential social and emotional skills while promoting character development. We believe empathy, confidence, and perseverance are just as vital to success as excelling in mathematics, crafting compelling essays, or mastering coding.
Guiding Principle 2 – Faculty and Staff
The faculty and staff at Worcester Preparatory School are essential to the growth and success of our students across all three divisions. These individuals are the foundation of the school’s programs, and their passion, expertise, and dedication shape the lives and experiences of our students. We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best educators and staff by offering competitive compensation and benefits and fostering a culture of continuous professional growth. Investing in our faculty and staff ensures our professional community is comprised of inspired and empowered educators.
From teachers and administrators to essential support staff, our employees must be passionate about educating and supporting our students, adaptable within the workplace and classrooms, committed to professional collaboration and growth, and dedicated to ensuring an inclusive and welcoming environment.
Guiding Principle 3 – Facilities
From innovative classrooms and advanced technology labs to inspiring spaces for music, art, and athletics, we aim to create an environment which creates and supports a dynamic educational environment. Enhancements to athletics, performing arts, and common spaces are integral to our vitality, growth, and sustainability. Our facilities will reflect our commitment to providing an unparalleled experience for our school community.
Guiding Principle 4 – Stewardship
Financial sustainability is essential to the long-term success of Worcester Prep. We are committed to the continued practices of sound fiscal stewardship, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently and responsibly. By enhancing fundraising efforts and fostering deeper philanthropic engagement, we will secure the support needed to advance our mission. Prioritizing increased faculty compensation reflects our dedication to attracting and retaining exceptional educators and staff. At the same time, we will maintain healthy reserves and pursue endowment growth, building a strong financial foundation to sustain the school for generations to come.
This Strategic Plan was meaningfully developed to support students, faculty, and staff in intentional and tangible ways. Through our support of the identified guiding principles, we will continue to invest not only in our students but also in our faculty and staff through comprehensive compensation and benefits packages and the fostering of professional growth opportunities. We are also dedicated to creating facilities which inspire learning, athletic achievement, artistic expression, and cultural exchange.
Additionally, we ensure financial sustainability through responsible fiscal stewardship, enhanced fundraising, and a focus on growing reserves and endowment. Each of these commitments reinforces an environment at Worcester Prep in which learning, growth, leadership, and student success are paramount.
Guiding Principle 1 – Students
Worcester Prep is a dynamic and closely connected community where each student is known and valued by our dedicated teachers. Students are at the heart of our school’s mission, which is grounded in continually enriching experiences within our curriculum and extracurricular programs. While robust academics remain at the core of our purpose, we are equally devoted to fostering essential social and emotional skills while promoting character development. We believe empathy, confidence, and perseverance are just as vital to success as excelling in mathematics, crafting compelling essays, or mastering coding.
Guiding Principle 2 – Faculty and Staff
The faculty and staff at Worcester Preparatory School are essential to the growth and success of our students across all three divisions. These individuals are the foundation of the school’s programs, and their passion, expertise, and dedication shape the lives and experiences of our students. We are committed to attracting and retaining the very best educators and staff by offering competitive compensation and benefits and fostering a culture of continuous professional growth. Investing in our faculty and staff ensures our professional community is comprised of inspired and empowered educators.
From teachers and administrators to essential support staff, our employees must be passionate about educating and supporting our students, adaptable within the workplace and classrooms, committed to professional collaboration and growth, and dedicated to ensuring an inclusive and welcoming environment.
Guiding Principle 3 – Facilities
From innovative classrooms and advanced technology labs to inspiring spaces for music, art, and athletics, we aim to create an environment which creates and supports a dynamic educational environment. Enhancements to athletics, performing arts, and common spaces are integral to our vitality, growth, and sustainability. Our facilities will reflect our commitment to providing an unparalleled experience for our school community.
Guiding Principle 4 – Stewardship
Financial sustainability is essential to the long-term success of Worcester Prep. We are committed to the continued practices of sound fiscal stewardship, ensuring resources are allocated efficiently and responsibly. By enhancing fundraising efforts and fostering deeper philanthropic engagement, we will secure the support needed to advance our mission. Prioritizing increased faculty compensation reflects our dedication to attracting and retaining exceptional educators and staff. At the same time, we will maintain healthy reserves and pursue endowment growth, building a strong financial foundation to sustain the school for generations to come.
Worcester Preparatory School
508 South Main Street, Berlin, MD 21811
Phone: 410-641-3575 | Fax: 410-641-3586
Celebrating 50 years, WPS is an independent, college prep day school for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 students. Located in Berlin, Maryland, the private school attracts an average of 500 students from Maryland, Delaware and Virginia.
