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  • Why ACDS
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Why Go Private? The Benefits of an Independent School Education

Choosing an independent school depends on making sure the school’s mission, culture, and educational philosophy align with your own values as a parent. The mission is especially important; if the school’s mission resonates for you, the school may be a good fit, and if the mission doesn’t speak to your belief system, it’s likely not. Pay attention to the mission.

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