SPRINGFIELD RENAISSANCE SCHOOL, SPRINGFIELD MA
School Website: http://www.springfieldrenaissanceschool.com/
Case Study: http://www.p21.org/exemplar-program-case-studies/1322-case-study-springfield-renaissance-school
An Expeditionary Learning School, Springfield Renaissance has achieved a 100% college acceptance rate for
students. Renaissance achieves 21st century learning through a highly rigorous academic and extracurricular
program that emphasizes real-world learning. All students are challenged to develop and show mastery of the
“qualities of a Renaissance Graduate,” which include inquiry, invention, communication and craftsmanship. A focus
on the growth mindset approach to education allows students to learn to believe they can be successful. To offer a
demanding and personalized 21st century education, Renaissance’s educators must constantly collaborate within
their grade level teams and engage in meaningful professional development