Description of the organization's mission: dedicated to igniting the potential of each child in an ever-changing world, lamplighter engages children in the JOY of learning through intellectual discovery in a creative, inclusive, and collaborative environment. CORE commitments: 1. Lamplighter promotes academic excellence through an innovative curriculum and teaching that cultivates the potential in each child. 2. Lamplighter actively engages children in the JOY of learning, teaching them to be tomorrow's problem solvers and laying the foundation for lifelong learning. 3. Lamplighter develops character, confidence, and collaborative skills through social and emotional curriculum. 4. Lamplighter embraces diversity in ALL its facets, striving to be a genuinely inclusive community, respectful of social and cultural differences and seeking broader understanding of the world. 5. Lamplighter encourages curiosity and creativity through hands on learning while preserving the wonder of childhood.