Established in 1975 by several families in Sierra Madre to continue in the spirit of the School of the Ascension, °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ serves a diverse student body of approximately 175 students in transitional kindergarten through eighth grade. The academic program includes instruction in the core subjects and students receive instruction in two foreign languages – Spanish and Latin. °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ also enjoys a strong reputation for its arts and music program. All students participate in instrumental and visual arts instruction each week, and they also take part in drama productions. Since its founding, °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ has stayed true to its purpose of providing a college-prep education where students are challenged and encouraged in an environment of inquiry and respect.