Student Life
Athletics
Lessons for life
Athletics has been an integral part of a student’s education at Ransom Everglades throughout the school’s history. Head coaches are teachers and educators, and many are part of the academic faculty. Our goal is to foster a student's passion for sports while instilling leadership skills, teamwork and a lifelong work ethic.
We don’t recruit athletes. We build programs. The middle and upper schools field 76 teams for boys and girls in 17 sports. More than half of our students play on at least one team every year. Some 15 percent of Raider athletes go on to play at the collegiate level.
No matter their next steps in life, student-athletes depart Ransom Everglades with skills and values that help them lead and thrive.
We don’t recruit athletes. We build programs. The middle and upper schools field 76 teams for boys and girls in 17 sports. More than half of our students play on at least one team every year. Some 15 percent of Raider athletes go on to play at the collegiate level.
No matter their next steps in life, student-athletes depart Ransom Everglades with skills and values that help them lead and thrive.
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Boys lacrosse advances to district final
Senior Ryan Bienstock '24 led the way with three goals as the Raiders earned a 10-4 victory over Key West High School to advance to the district final against Gulliver Prep. Senior Matias de Cardenas '24, junior Reid Rosenberg '24, and sophomore Elijah Ponce '24 all scored twice in a strong performance by the Raider offense. Junior Rafa Bonafonte '25 rounded out the scoring with goal of his own. Freshman Hunter White '27 led the Raiders with a team high four assists. From the opening whistle the Raiders were ready to play jumping out to an early 3-0 lead. From there the defense would prove resilient forcing difficult shots from Key West. Goalie Chase White continued his stellar play with 21 saves in the victory. The Raiders will now turn their attention to preparation for the district final this Wednesday at Gulliver Prep. Start time is scheduled for 5:00 p.m.Read More -
Girls lacrosse advances to district final
Sophomore Bea de Lima '26 came up clutch for the Raiders with four goals in a 10-9 victory over Palmer Trinity in the district semifinals. Sophomore Abby Pollak '26 continued her strong play with a team high six draw controls and one goal. Senior Dani Darcangelo '24 made sure her senior season would continue in a win or go home scenario delivering a pair of goals and assists in the victory. Sophomore Dylan Berkowitz rounded out the scoring with two goals of her own. Freshman goalie Olivia Karp '27 had six saves including two late in the fourth quarter to lead the Raiders to victory. The team will get back on the practice field today as they turn their attention to the district final Tuesday afternoon at 3:30 p.m. at Robert E. Walker Field against Westminster Christian.Read More -
Raiders advance to regional final with huge day
The RE girls water polo team played their best water polo when they needed it most defeating Cutler Bay and MAST Academy to advance to the regional finals on Thursday. In game one the Raider offense saw nine different players score goals led by sophomore Lucy Hansen '26 who had a game high five goals. On the defensive end, eighth grader Eleanor Kriplen '28 had eight steals and seventh grader Dottie Spencer-Funchion '29 was terrific in net with a near shutout in the 20-1 victory. In the Regional Semifinals, the Raiders faced district foe MAST Academy for the third time this season. Despite losses in the previous two matches the Raiders would not be denied, erasing a three goal deficit to advance to the regional final in a 12-11 thriller. Sophomore Syndey Gould '25 was terrific scoring seven goals to go along with five steals. Defensively eighth grader Eleanor Kriplen '28 had a team high 12 steals and goalie Casey Manno '25 had fourteen blocks including crucial saves late in the fourth quarter. The team will get back in the water today as they prepare to face Gulliver Prep in the Regional Finals on Thursday, April 11th, at Belen Jesuit Prep at 4:00pm.Read More -
Ransom Everglades Crew competes at FSRA South District Championship 2024
Read MoreThe waters of the Miami Sea Stadium Basin came alive with the thunderous oars and unwavering determination of Ransom Everglades Crew at the FSRA South District Championship Regatta this past weekend. With 15 entries across 14 events, RE Crew clinched multiple medals in an exemplary display of athleticism and teamwork. The morning skies witnessed the Raiders racing in sweep boats, with some intense boat racing, culminating in a silver medal triumph for the boys 3rd varsity 8+. Their razor-thin victory of just 0.1 seconds over Miami Beach Rowing Club left spectators on the edge of their seats. The Raiders' girls junior 4+ A crew kept the momentum surging, seizing a bronze medal, while their counterparts in the junior 4+ B valiantly claimed the 5th position in the same event. As the day progressed, the Raiders showcased their months of preparation in several sculling events. A bronze medal in the boys junior 4x, a silver medal in the girls ltwt varsity 2x, and a bronze in the boys varsity 2x added to the Raiders' morning haul. The crescendo of their afternoon resounded with a gold medal victory in the boys freshman 2x, a testament to their unwavering dedication and skill. The Raiders' girls crew freshman 8+ put the finishing touch on the team’s remarkable performance, claiming a well-deserved bronze medal. With their sights set on future regattas, RE Crew remains motivated as they prepare to unleash their final form at the upcoming FSRA Sculling States in Sarasota, Florida. Bolstered by their exceptional performance at the district level, they are primed to conquer new horizons. Finally, the Raiders celebrated seven seniors on this special day as they competed in their final home regatta of the season. Thank you for contributions to the program. -
Raiders close out regular season with thrilling victory
Sophomore Bea de Lima '26 had three goals and one assist as the Raiders defeated Palmer Trinity 7-6 to close out the regular season in front of a large home crowd. Senior Dani Darcangelo '24 and sophomore Abby Pollak '26 each had two goals in the victory. Junior Rebecca Paresky '25, sophomore Dylan Berkowitz' 26 and freshman Phia Ranawat '27 all had assists in a well played game on both sides. Goalies Sofia Martin '25 and Olivia Karp '27 combined for 10 saves including crucial stops with the Raiders leading 7-6 late in the fourth quarter. The team will now turn their attention to the postseason with district tournament play this week. The Raiders have earned the top seed in district 16 and will host a semifinal game on Friday at 5:00 p.m.Read More -
RE boys' water polo wins district championship
Ransom Everglades' boys water polo team celebrated its second consecutive district championship victory – a convincing 12-8 victory over rival MAST Academy – by joyfully lifting the winner's trophy in front of cheering fans at the Ansin Aquatic Center on April 3. Jack Merrick '26 led the Raiders with an eight-goal performance and Oliver Friedland '26 and Milo Gorey '24 each chipped in two goals.Read More -
Raiders sweep girls and boys tennis on senior night
Led by seniors Ale Urdaneta '24, Mikey Zoi, 24, Victor Farinas '24, Jacob Katz '24, Aleco Azqueta '24, Carlota Escudero '24 and Victoria de Miranda '24 the Raiders were successful on senior night with victories over Downtown Doral High School on both the boys and girls side. Junior Egyptia Green '25, and sophomores Minnie Zhou '25 and Stella Newman '25 picked up singles victories in the win. The Raiders will have a short turnaround as they head to Riviera Prep for an away match this afternoon. Congratulations to all our seniors and thank you for your contribution to the program.Read More -
Raider softball earns big win on senior night
Read MoreSenior Sofi de la Torre '24 led the way with six runs scored, two RBI's and two stolen bases as the Raiders erased a ten run deficit to defeat Colonial Christian 35-18 in front of a large crowd on senior night. Freshman Addie Rothfield '27 had her best game of the year with four hits, four RBI's and four runs scored in the victory. Senior Trinity Haisch '24 made sure her senior night was a night to remember with four runs scored, and two hits for the Raider offense. Sophomores Bea Hernandez '26 and Sophia Biss '26 combined for a huge night at the plate with nine RBI's and six runs scored including a homerun by Hernandez. Senior Tea Vallone '24 added three runs of her own and freshman Garoe Pena '27 picked her first win on the mound. Congratulations to all coaches and players on a great victory! -
Raiders earn win in double overtime
Read MoreSenior Dani Darcangelo '24 continued her strong season with another three goal performance as the Raiders defeated Coral Reef High School in a double overtime thriller. Sophomore Alicia Medina '26 scored twice, including the game winning goal in the second overtime period. Sophomore Abby Pollak '26 added two goals and sophomore Valentina Capote '26 and freshman Zoe Weber '27 scored once in the victory. Junior goalie Sofia Martin '25 earned the victory in net with 11 saves. The win moves the team to 5-4 overall with two weeks left in the regular season. The Raiders will take some time off for spring break before the final stretch of games as they prepare for district tournament competion. -
Raiders pick up senior night victory
Senior Dani Darcangelo '24 led the way with three goals and five draw controls as the Raiders earned a hard fought senior night victory over Miami Country Day School 9-8. Senior Kaitlyn Gonzalez '24 was terrific defensively causing havoc for the Country Day offense. Sophomore Abby Pollak '26 continued her strong season with three goals and five draw controls in the victory. The sophomore trio of Bea de Lima '26, Alicia Medina '26, and Valentina Capote '26 all had goals to round out the scoring for the Raiders. Goalie Sofia Martin '25 had a career day in the net stopping a season high 18 shots in the victory. Congratulations to a wonderful senior class for their contributions to RE Lacrosse.Read More -
Raider lacrosse earns win on senior night
Senior Ryan Bienstock '24 and junior Reid Rosenberg '25 each scored three goals to lead the Raiders to a 10-6 victory over St. Brendan on senior night. The Raiders honored a large senior class led by Matias De Cardenas '24, Jack Pollock '24, Ryan Bienstock '24, Lucas Bernal '24, Harrison Stone '24, Michael Kaye '24, Alec Stein '24, and Delio Gonzalez '24 prior to the game. The Raiders made sure that senior night would end the right way with a well played game on both sides of the ball. Eighth grader Liam Segal '28 added two goals, and freshman Hunter White '27, and senior Jack Pollock '24 rounded out the scoring for the team. Defensively, the Raiders continued their strong play holding their opponent to single digit goals in eight of ten games on the season. The Raiders will take their 7-3 record into Thursday night's road game at Miami Country Day.Read More -
Raiders win in walk off fashion
Senior Collin Goff '24 led the Raiders on the mound with another strong pitching performance over seven innings of work that included seven strikeouts, and three hits in a 4-3 victory over Marathon High School. With the game tied at 1-1 in a pitchers duel, Marathon put two runs on the board in the final inning to take a 3-1 lead. The Raiders didn't flinch and hit back with a pair of runs to tie the game in the bottom half of the inning on a two run single by eighth grader Teddy Wagner '28. Both teams would have chances in extra innings but neither could convert until the bottom of the 13th inning when sophomore Jacob Rubenstein '26 came up clutch with a two out single to score junior Mason Lastra '25 for the walk off win.Read More -
Raiders go 2-2 at Gulliver Invitational
The Raider girls water polo team had a successful tournament this past weekend at the Gulliver Invitational picking up two wins over Cooper City, and Miami Country Day. Junior Casey Manno '25 provided strong goal tending throughout the weekend to keep the Raiders in all four games. Junior Sydney Gould '25, and eighth grader Eleanor Kriplen '28 provided much of the offense for the Raiders with double digit goals over the course of the tournament. Sophomore Ellie Stokes '26, and senior Leah Dimond '24 had solid performances in both victories. The Raiders will get back in the pool today as they begin preparations for the Forza Stefano tournament is coming weekend.Read More -
Raiders score last second goal to defeat Key West
Sophomore Bea de Lima '26 broke a 10-10 tie with five seconds remaining in the game to give the Raiders a hard fought 11-10 road victory over district powerhouse Key West High School this past weekend. Freshman Olivia Karp '27 starred in her first start as the Raiders goaltender stopping 12 shots including three in the final minute to allow the Raiders the chance to win before time expired on de Lima's goal. The Raiders will take a two game winning streak into Tuesday night's contest against undefeated American Heritage. Game time is set for 5:30 at Robert E. Walker Field.Read More -
Girls lacrosse defeats Gulliver Prep 15-9
Read MoreSophomores Bea de Lima '26 and Abigail Pollock '26 led the way with four goals a piece as the Raiders played their best game of the season in a 15-9 victory over Gulliver Prep. Sophomore Lola Pegg '26 was terrific with two goals, two assists, five ground balls, and six draw controls in the win. Sophomore Alicia Medina '26 and junior Rebecca Paresky '25 combined for five assists, five ground balls, and one draw control. Defensively, the Raiders received solid goaltending behind junior Sofia Martin's '25 seven saves. The team will get back to the practice field today as they prepare for a trip to Key West tomorrow afternoon. -
Raiders stay perfect, move to 5-0
Senior Ryan Bienstock '24 continued his strong start to the season with a four goal performance as the Raiders earned their best win of the season in an 8-7 road victory over University School. Junior Reid Rosenberg '25 added two goals and an assist in the victory. Senior Harrison Stone '24 and sophomore Wes Barnett '26 rounded out the scoring for the Raiders. Senior Noa Abboud '24 picked up six face off wins in his first action of the season and defensively senior Jack Pollock '24 led the way with seven groundballs and five takeaways. The Raiders will get back on the practice field today as they prepare for a rivalry showdown against the 7-1 Gulliver Prep Raiders at Robert E. Walker Field Thursday evening.Read More -
Raiders move to 6-2 with victory over Westminster Academy
Read MoreIn a defensive battle, sophomore Warren Munroe '25 led the way with a season high 10 saves and three steals as the Raiders won a hard fought game over Westminster Academy 8-6. Sophomore Jack Merrick '26, junior Zubin Kamlani '25 and senior Milo Gorey led the way offensively with two goals each. Sophomore Oliver Friedland '26 continued his strong season with a goal and three assists in the victory. With the win the Raiders move to 6-2 as they now turn their attention to the Boca Raton Invitational. -
Girls pick up 15-10 victory over Westminster Academy
Read MoreIn a tightly contested game that went back and forth in the first half, it was the Raiders who put together a scoring outburst early in the third quarter to provide a three goal lead that they would never relinquish in a 15-10 victory over Westminster Academy. Eighth grader Eleanor Kriplen '28 led the Raiders with a game high five goals and three assists in the victory. Junior Sydney Gould '25 and sophomore Elsa Trebotich '26 added three goals a piece in a strong offensive showing for the Raiders. Sophomore Lucy Hansen '26 continued her stellar sophomore season with four goals and three steals in the victory. -
Raiders stay unbeaten, move to 3-0
Senior Thomas Maxwell '24 led the way with seven strong innings on the mound as the Raiders defeated North Miami Beach Senior High School by a score of 9-1. Junior Mason Lastra '26 powered the offense with two hits including a homerun, and sophomore Juan Velazco '26 had a base clearing double to extend the Raider lead late in the game. Sophomore Enrique Macias '26 added a pair of hits in the victory. The Raiders will get back to the practice field today as they begin preparations for a crucial conference road test against Marathon High School Friday evening.Read More -
Raiders move to 2-0 with strong performance
Senior Ryan Bienstock '24 led the the way with three goals and two assists as the Raiders rolled to a 12-2 victory to open the home slate of the 23-24 season over Westminster Academy. Sophomore Wes Barnett '26 and eighth grader Liam Segal '28 gave the Raider offense a boost with two goals of their own. From the opening whistle the Raiders were focused and jumped out to a 6-1 first quarter lead. Junior goalie Chase White '25 stopped five of six shots behind strong defensive efforts from junior Connor Gumbs '25 and senior Jack Pollock '24. The Raiders will look to stay undefeated as they head to Calvary Christian tomorrow evening for a 7:00 p.m. game.Read More
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Recent Games
Tuesday, 4/16/2024
Volleyball - Spring - Boys Varsity
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Home
Mater Academy (Cutler Bay)
Tuesday, 4/16/2024
Baseball - Boys Middle School Varsity
4:00 PM
Home
Westminster Christian School
Tuesday, 4/16/2024
Track & Field - Girls Varsity
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Away
Tuesday, 4/16/2024
Track & Field - Boys Varsity
4:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Away
Tuesday, 4/16/2024
Lacrosse - Girls Varsity
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Home
Westminster Christian School
Tuesday, 4/16/2024
Track & Field - Boys Middle School Varsity
1:00 PM
Away
Tuesday, 4/16/2024
Track & Field - Girls Middle School Varsity
1:00 PM
Away
Tuesday, 4/16/2024
Tennis - Girls Varsity
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Away
Tuesday, 4/16/2024
Tennis - Boys Varsity
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Away
Monday, 4/15/2024
Volleyball - Spring - Boys Varsity
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Home
Columbus High School
Loss 0-3
Monday, 4/15/2024
Lacrosse - Boys Middle School JV
4:00 PM
Away
Palmer Trinity School
Monday, 4/15/2024
Baseball - Boys Varsity
3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Away
South Miami Senior High School
Loss 3-4
Monday, 4/15/2024
Tennis - Boys Varsity
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Away
Monday, 4/15/2024
Tennis - Girls Varsity
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Away
Sunday, 4/14/2024
Crew - Spring - Boys Varsity
7:15 AM - 6:00 PM
Away
Sunday, 4/14/2024
Crew - Spring - Girls Varsity
7:15 AM - 6:00 PM
Away
Saturday, 4/13/2024
Lacrosse - Boys Varsity
6:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Home
Key West High School
Win 10-4
Saturday, 4/13/2024
Lacrosse - Boys Middle School Varsity
10:15 AM
Away
Gulliver Academy
Saturday, 4/13/2024
Lacrosse - Boys Middle School Varsity
9:00 AM
Away
Westminster Christian School
Saturday, 4/13/2024
Crew - Spring - Girls Varsity
7:15 AM - 6:00 PM
Away
Saturday, 4/13/2024
Crew - Spring - Boys Varsity
7:15 AM - 6:00 PM
Away
Friday, 4/12/2024
Lacrosse - Girls Varsity
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Home
Palmer Trinity School
Win 10-9
Friday, 4/12/2024
Volleyball - Spring - Boys Varsity
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Away
Coral Park Senior High School
Loss 1-3
Friday, 4/12/2024
Lacrosse - Boys Middle School JV
4:00 PM
Away
Belen Jesuit Preparatory School
Loss 4-10
Friday, 4/12/2024
Lacrosse - Boys Varsity
3:45 PM - 4:45 PM
Home
Friday, 4/12/2024
Track & Field - Boys Varsity
11:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Away
Friday, 4/12/2024
Track & Field - Girls Varsity
11:30 AM - 7:00 PM
Away
Thursday, 4/11/2024
Softball - Girls Varsity
5:00 PM
Home
SLAM Academy
Win 20-5
Thursday, 4/11/2024
Tennis - Girls Varsity
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Away
Pine Crest School
Thursday, 4/11/2024
Tennis - Boys Varsity
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Away
Pine Crest School
Thursday, 4/11/2024
Water Polo - Girls Varsity
4:00 PM
Away
Gulliver Preparatory School
Loss 4-10
Thursday, 4/11/2024
Baseball - Boys Middle School Varsity
4:00 PM
Home
Palmer Trinity School
Wednesday, 4/10/2024
Lacrosse - Boys Middle School Varsity
5:00 PM
Home
Gulliver Academy
Wednesday, 4/10/2024
Lacrosse - Boys Middle School JV
4:00 PM
Home
Gulliver Academy
Loss 1-4
Tuesday, 4/9/2024
Volleyball - Spring - Boys Varsity
6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Home
Immaculata-LaSalle High School
Loss 1-3
Tuesday, 4/9/2024
Baseball - Boys Varsity
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Home
Miami Country Day School
Win 3-1
Tuesday, 4/9/2024
Softball - Girls Varsity
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Away
Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart
Loss 4-19
Tuesday, 4/9/2024
Tennis - Boys Varsity
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Away
Miami Country Day School
Win 4-3
Tuesday, 4/9/2024
Tennis - Girls Varsity
3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Away
Miami Country Day School
Win 4-3
Tuesday, 4/9/2024
Water Polo - Girls Varsity
1:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Away
Mater Academy (Cutler Bay)
Win 20-1
MAST Academy
Win 14-13
Tuesday, 4/9/2024
Track & Field - Girls Middle School Varsity
1:00 PM
Away
Tuesday, 4/9/2024
Track & Field - Boys Middle School Varsity
1:00 PM
Away
Tuesday, 4/9/2024
Water Polo - Boys Varsity
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Away
MAST Academy
Loss 13-14
Tuesday, 4/9/2024
Tennis - Girls Middle School Varsity
8:00 AM
Away
Tuesday, 4/9/2024
Tennis - Boys Middle School Varsity
8:00 AM
Away
Monday, 4/8/2024
Lacrosse - Boys Middle School JV
4:00 PM
Home
Palmetto Middle School
Win 9-7
Monday, 4/8/2024
Cancelled
Baseball - Boys Middle School Varsity
3:30 PM
Away
Riviera Preparatory School
Saturday, 4/6/2024
Lacrosse - Boys Middle School Varsity
10:15 AM
Away
Westminster Christian School
Saturday, 4/6/2024
Track & Field - Boys Varsity
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Away
Saturday, 4/6/2024
Track & Field - Girls Varsity
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Away
Saturday, 4/6/2024
Lacrosse - Boys Middle School Varsity
9:00 AM
Away
Miami Country Day School
Saturday, 4/6/2024
Crew - Spring - Girls Varsity
6:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Home
Friday, 4/5/2024
Lacrosse - Boys Varsity
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Home
Westminster Christian School
Win 12-1
Friday, 4/5/2024
Lacrosse - Girls Varsity
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Home
Palmer Trinity School
Win 7-6
Friday, 4/5/2024
Tennis - Girls Middle School Varsity
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Home
Friday, 4/5/2024
Lacrosse - Girls Junior Varsity
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Home
Palmer Trinity School
Thursday, 4/4/2024
Volleyball - Spring - Boys Varsity
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Home
G Holmes Braddock Senior High
Loss 0-3
Thursday, 4/4/2024
Tennis - Boys Middle School Varsity
4:45 PM
Away
Riviera Preparatory School
Win 5-2
Thursday, 4/4/2024
Tennis - Girls Middle School Varsity
4:45 PM
Away
Riviera Preparatory School
Win 6-1
Thursday, 4/4/2024
Baseball - Boys Varsity
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Away
Riviera Preparatory School
Loss 0-10
Thursday, 4/4/2024
Tennis - Girls Varsity
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Away
Riviera Preparatory School
Loss 0-7
Thursday, 4/4/2024
Tennis - Boys Varsity
3:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Away
Riviera Preparatory School
Win 7-0
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“The coaches at Ransom Everglades have, more than anything, inspired me. They’ve inspired me to be a better person and a better leader.”
Sports Performance at Ransom Everglades
Ransom Everglades offers its students a sports performance training program designed to meet the year-round strength and conditioning needs of student-athletes while enhancing physical education offerings for all students. Our training staff assists students with sport-specific training regimens designed to develop physical competence, improve athletic performance and prevent injury, and they work closely with each of RE's coaches to integrate the performance training into their weekly practice plans and optional off-season workouts. Those principals are incorporated into the middle school physical education program. At the high school, the goal is to achieve physical competence, improve athletic performance and decrease the risk of injury.
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2045 South Bayshore Drive, Coconut Grove, FL 33133Phone: 305 250 6850
Upper School
3575 Main Highway, Coconut Grove, FL 33133Phone: 305 460 8800
Founded in 1903, Ransom Everglades School is a coeducational, college preparatory day school for grades 6 - 12 located on two campuses in Coconut Grove, Florida. Ransom Everglades School produces graduates who "believe that they are in the world not so much for what they can get out of it as for what they can put into it." The school provides rigorous college preparation that promotes the student's sense of identity, community, personal integrity and values for a productive and satisfying life, and prepares the student to lead and to contribute to society.