Highscope’s Values are the Foundation of Our Work
For over 50 years, as HighScope’s work has evolved to best serve the needs of educators, policymakers, families, and communities, our values have remained constant.
Connection
We are committed to collaborating across our internal and external communities to achieve shared goals.
We demonstrate this value by
- Achieving excellence through valuing and including all voices and experiences
- Building on the strengths of our staff and community partners
- Engaging all individuals in decision-making and problem-solving from the start
- Involving staff and community partners by inviting them to share their knowledge, leadership, and resources to further the success of the Foundation
Innovation
We continuously evolve to empower educators and elevate future-focused early childhood education.
We demonstrate this value by
- Committing to robust research and evaluation practices that generate actionable insights and real-world impact
- Updating and creating curriculum resources continuously to respond to the changing needs of the earlychildhood field
- Supporting early childhood professionals toward practicing our curriculum with fidelity
- Utilizing technology to improve the quality and accessibility of HighScope resources for all
People
We believe people are the heart of our work and define our success.
We demonstrate this value by
- Focusing on people’s strengths and drawing out greatness in others
- Supporting the importance of work/family balance
- Building authentic and beneficial relationships through respectful communication
- Recognizing that growth requires an open mind when working with others
Play
We believe in the power of play for people of all ages.
We demonstrate this value by
- Advocating for the inherent value of play as an approach to work and learning
- Modeling the importance of encouraging play, dedicating time for play, and welcoming spontaneous play
- Leveraging play to facilitate a curious and collaborative approach to our work
- Celebrating individuals, teams, and our partners through play
Integrity
We are ethical in our words and actions.
We demonstrate this value by
- Being consistent, honest, trustworthy, and respectful
- Taking responsibility for our actions and decisions
- Making fair decisions based on facts and principles rather than personal interests, opinions, or emotions
- Providing constructive feedback with positive intentions
- Having the courage to stand up for what is right