Our Mission

Young girl holding a sign that says Girls Rule

Horizons at The Ethel Walker School creates the conditions, connections, and community that enable under-resourced girls in PreK-8th from Hartford to gain the skills, confidence, and motivation to realize their potential.

Goals of Horizons at The Ethel Walker School:

  • Prevent declines in school performance by reducing summer learning loss
  • Improve school attendance
  • Improve social and interpersonal skills
  • Raise each girl’s educational expectations and aspirations
  • Encourage parents to become involved in their daughter’s education and activities
  • Build self-esteem, resourcefulness, and sound judgment