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.

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This department provides strategic direction and oversight for the organization's overall operations and goals.

Executive Leadership

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

The School Administration Team at Thaden School oversees the implementation of the school's mission and vision. They manage academic and extracurricular programs, support student and staff development, facilitate college counseling, and ensure effective school operations. By fostering a collaborative and nurturing environment, they aim to provide a balanced, high-quality education that prepares students for future success and responsible global citizenship.

School Administration Team

The Transportation and Facilities Team at Thaden School is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient movement of students to and from the campus, as well as maintaining the school's innovative and sustainable learning environments. This includes managing transportation logistics, maintaining ecological grounds, overseeing facility operations, and ensuring that indoor and outdoor teaching spaces are clean, functional, and conducive to learning.

Transportation and Facilities

The Sports and Physical Education team at Thaden School is dedicated to fostering the physical development, wellness, and athletic skills of students from Grades 6 through 12. This team oversees a diverse range of athletic programs, coordinates intramural and competitive sports, and ensures a comprehensive cycling education curriculum. Through these activities, the team promotes fitness, teamwork, and sportsmanship, contributing to the overall mission of igniting a passion for discovery and learning among students.

Sports and Physical Education

The Culinary Services Team at Thaden School is responsible for designing and delivering nutritious, delicious, and sustainable meal options to the students, faculty, and staff. They create menus that align with the school’s mission of fostering holistic wellbeing. The team focuses on sourcing local ingredients, accommodating diverse dietary needs, and promoting healthy eating habits to support the overall development and education of the school community.

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