To conduct expeditionary learning through engaged teaching, a project-based curriculum, and a demanding and supportive school culture. Literacy is central and reading and writing are integrated through the curriculum. Character development and teamwork are not just emphasized, but embedded in school structures, practices, and rituals, and integrated into the academic program. Learning expeditions are long-term investigations of important questions and subjects that include individual and group projects, field studies, and performances and presentations of student work.
Executive compensation
Form 990 · Schedule J · 1 reported individual · Filing year 2023
| Position | Total |
|---|---|
Executive Director | $130k $142k |
Teal figures restate each filed amount in 2026 dollars.
Estimated with BLS CPI-U for the West region, restating filed pay into May 2026 dollars. A restatement of past pay, not current or projected pay.
Plus 7 unpaid individuals.
Revenue and expenses over time
Villa Bella Expeditionary School reported revenue and expenses across 2 filing years.
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