Founded in 2014 around Booker T. Washington’s credo—“Excellence is doing common things in uncommon ways”—BTWA balances a rigorous academic program with the cultivation of morals, character, self-discipline, responsibility for one’s actions, lifestyle, work ethic, and educational uplift. Additionally, we deeply value, and are actively seeking candidates who demonstrate the following mindsets and beliefs: Mission-Driven: You believe in the brilliance and promise of all students, particularly young men of color, and are committed to their holistic development.