for developing and nurturing our core values: strong academic habits, respect, compassion, integrity, self-discipline and intellectual curiosity. Early on, students are encouraged to be confident and independent thinkers with challenging yet attainable goals for each learner. small class sizes invoke active engagement, exploration of unique interests, and individualized support through a vigorous curriculum. Middle School students are able to take a range of diverse classes including music ensembles, daily foreign language courses, and daily physical education. Forest School at Marshall The Forest School at Marshall opened in the Fall of 2022 and serves students age 4 through fourth grade. The program is guided by four main principles including engaging in a brain-based curriculum that builds foundations for success, creating lifelong connections to the Earth and each other, learning through curiosity and discovery, and developing holistic learners who demonstrate compassion, resilience and self-worth. 50% of the school day will be spent outside learning on the campus grounds. Faculty Marshall School has a student to faculty ratio of 12:1. Of the 44 faculty members, 19 hold advanced degrees and 4 hold doctorates. Activities With many different clubs, activities, and academic teams to choose from, Marshall offers each student a unique combination of ways to participate and get involved. In addition, Marshall emphasizes community service and leadership both in and outside of the classroom. Off-campus learning is experienced through Marshall's Fryberger Outdoor Experience program. Daily advisory enriches the lives of middle and upper school students, and school spirit and pride is felt throughout the year A diverse activities list offers students the opportunity to explore specific interests and hone their passions and skills. Upper school clubs Athletics Marshall School supports 19 athletic teams that compete in the Lake Superior Conference, Section 7A (except Boys Hockey, which competes at Section 7AA), and the Minnesota State High School League. Athletics are a proud part of the Marshall experience. More than 85% of Marshall students participate in at least one sport, often alongside other clubs and activities including cheering on fellow student-athletes at competitions throughout the year. Marshall teams compete at the varsity level in 19 different MSHSL sports. Most sports offer opportunities at junior high and JV levels. On every team, our student-athletes learn the lifelong skills of teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship. Upper school athletics Middle school athletics Boys' hockey From Brendan Flaherty, who graduated from Duluth Cathedral in 1982, coached the team for 22