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The Wilder's Way

The Wilder's Way is an unspoken philosophy created by the Wilder's Preparatory Academy founders, the late Mr. Raymond D. Wilder and Dr. Carolyn R. Wilder.  It is a state of mind.  A way of life.
The only way to live the Wilder's Way is to appreciate the Wilder's Story. 

W - WORTHY
We are committed to assuring that everyone feels valued and worthy. Wilder’s community makes everyone feel important, feel that they have worth and value. We celebrate everyone’s efforts and contributions.
I - INTEGRITY

We are committed to building and nurturing a culture that promotes honesty, morales  and principles. Wilder’s community exhibits integrity by doing the right thing at all times, especially when no one is watching.

L – LEADERSHIP
We are committed to influencing and guiding members of our community to achieve a shared goal. The Wilder’s community exhibits leadership by making sound decisions, creating and articulating a shared vision, establishing achievable goals, and providing the knowledge and tools necessary to achieve these goals. 
D – DETERMINED, DISTINGUISHED & DEDICATED
We are committed to being recognized as a community that is determined, distinguished and dedicated. Wilder’s community is dedicated and determined to empower and inspire its members and to be known for its distinguished contributions, accomplishments, and academic achievements. 
E – EXCELLENCE
We are committed to excellence! Wilder’s community strives always to do our best, to be outstanding, to be brilliant, and to be exceptional in or at everything we do.
RRELIABLE, RESPONSIBLE & RESPECTFUL
We are committed to having a reputation for being reliable, responsible, and respectful. Wilder’s community takes responsibility for their actions if they are not being reliable and respectful.
S – SUCCESSFUL
We are committed to being successful and will persevere until we find a way to prevail. The Wilder’s community has the mindset and attitude that exemplifies the phrase, “Failure Is Not An Option!”
W – WELL-BALANCED
We are committed to being well-balanced, sensible, well-adjusted, well-rounded, well-mannered, fun loving and well-behaved. Wilder’s community is committed to providing its members with a wide range of experiences, ideas, and activities. 
A – AGENCY & ADAPTIVE
We are committed to having agency and being adaptive.
Wilder’s community is committed to acting thoughtfully, with purpose, void of conflict and being adaptable.
Y – YES
Yes, you can learn.  Yes, you can try.  And Yes, you can succeed.
Who are We? We are Wilder’s! We Build the Future!