All Are Welcome
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Justice
Blue Ridge School is an all-boys boarding school where students thrive in an intentionally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students. Employees and students alike benefit from the experience of learning, living, teaching and working alongside others from a multitude of backgrounds. While remaining an all-boys boarding school, diversity at Blue Ridge encompasses an array of ethnicities and races, family structures, socio-economic backgrounds, genders, ages, sexual orientation, abilities, countries of origin, native languages, traditions, religions, learning styles and differences and their intersections.
To be an inclusive community means that we respect and embrace each person’s values and understand the impact of these values. We recognize that simply existing in a diverse community will not automatically result in the inclusive culture we seek to create. Cultural engagement allows students and faculty to consider different perspectives and enriches both the teaching and learning experience. Cultural engagement also drives innovation and fosters creativity. Therefore, we purposefully promote inclusion across all of our programs, and nurture a supportive, encouraging, and affirming environment that celebrates individuality. We seek to help our students become capable and engaged citizens.
We are committed to diversity as an immersive experience and encourage challenging conversations that promote growth and learning and that help us achieve our goal of graduating culturally competent students who will be equipped to act as leaders in advancing equity and justice.
Ultimately, we endeavor to impart the fundamental truth that every person is valuable and worthy of respect.
Non-Discrimination Statement
Blue Ridge School admits qualified young men of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School. Blue Ridge School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admission policies, financial assistance and loan programs, athletic, and other administered programs.
Bullying and Abuse
Blue Ridge School is committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive environment where every member of our community can thrive. Bullying, harassment, or intimidation of any kind is not tolerated. We encourage students, staff, and families to speak up and report concerns promptly.
To support this, we use FaceUp, an anonymous reporting platform that allows anyone in our community to confidentially share concerns about bullying or other harmful behavior. Reports are reviewed and addressed quickly to ensure the well-being of all students.
