Thaden School is a new independent school located in Bentonville, Arkansas. We opened in 2017 and will continue to grow incrementally to serve approximately 500 students in Grades 6 through 12. The school’s mission is to provide a balanced and challenging education that ignites in its students a passion for discovery and learning, prepares them to succeed in college, and inspires them to lead lives of integrity, purpose, and responsible global citizenship. Thaden offers a highly integrated curriculum; programs for civic engagement; creative and performing arts; athletics; and an innovative and sustainable campus with indoor and outdoor teaching spaces. The school’s Indexed Tuition program makes the cost of a Thaden education affordable for all families in Northwest Arkansas. 

The school is named in honor of Iris Louise McPhetridge Thaden (1905-1979), a Bentonville native and one of the greatest aviators of her time.

Education

Thaden School

Michael Maloy

Kim Strickland

Jessica Bonnem

Melissa Sherman

The Education and Teaching Team at Thaden School is responsible for delivering an integrated curriculum across various disciplines, including mathematics, sciences, world languages, arts, humanities, and specialized programs like food and film education. This diverse group of educators collaborates to ignite a passion for discovery and learning in students, supports their academic growth, and prepares them for college and responsible global citizenship. They utilize both indoor and outdoor teaching spaces on the school's innovative and sustainable campus, ensuring a holistic and engaging educational experience.

Education and Teaching Team

About

Team members

Other teams at Thaden School

School Administration Team

Transportation and Facilities