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At The Gooden School, our Episcopal identity is at the heart of who we are and what we do. It shapes how we learn, how we treat one another, and how we see the world. Rooted in faith, inclusion, and service, our Episcopal tradition reminds us that every person is a beloved child of God, deserving of respect, compassion, and care. In partnership with families, we nurture not only academic excellence but also spiritual growth and moral character, helping our students become well-rounded, thoughtful, and kind young people.

This month, we are celebrating our Episcopal Identity, a time to reflect on our shared values of faith, reason, and community. We will mark the occasion with our first Eucharist of the school year on Wednesday, October 29, and we warmly invite all families to join us. This special gathering will be a meaningful opportunity for students, faculty, and families to come together in worship, give thanks, and share in the sacrament; a beautiful reminder of the unity and love that binds our community.

As we continue to celebrate Global Diversity Month and our Episcopal Identity, we are also taking part in a special campus-wide activity, our Threads of Faith project. On the fence outside the Middle School building, students, families, and visitors are invited to tie a ribbon and say a prayer. Each ribbon represents a hope, a blessing, or a moment of gratitude, and combined, they create a colorful, living tapestry of our collective prayers. As the ribbons flutter in the breeze, they serve as a visible sign of our community’s care for one another and for the world.

At Gooden, our Episcopal identity isn’t just something we talk about; it’s something we live every day. It guides our commitment to service, inclusivity, and the belief that faith and learning thrive best when they are rooted in love.