We value:
- The principles of learning-centered education
- The power of imagination and the receptiveness of an open mind
- The fostering of a personal voice and vision, within an atmosphere of collegiality and mutual respect
- The entrepreneurial spirit
- Skill development as fundamental to the creative process
- Personal growth and transformative development through challenging and nurturing learning experiences
- Accessibility to flexible opportunities in art, craft and design
- The contribution of the arts to society’s cultural, social and economic development
- Professionalism, integrity and transparency in communications, policies, practices and programs
- The pursuit of excellence in a spirit of joy and celebration, in all endeavours
- The creative spirit and its openness to change
- The role of technology in advancing art, craft and design practice