We feel that the environment at WMA would be a very positive one for Claire.  She is inquisitive and curious about the world, and we feel that in an environment like WMA would foster this curiosity and encourage her to embrace a love of learning.  We also feel that she would thrive in a school that encourages inquiry and learning about the world around them.  We also love the community feeling that the school embodies and would love our daughter to experience that.  Finally, Claire has Italian heritage on her father's side and we really like the link that Claire will be able to develop with the Italian community around the school.