The Indianola Academy began the process of defining its beliefs and mission by assigning a committee made up of representatives of all stakeholder groups. The committee first outlined a process to build support and consensus among all groups. The process began with a review of the school profile data, which included analysis of all areas important to the school. The group then spent time in review of current educational research data and looked at future trends and needs which should be addressed. They worked very hard to get a picture of the challenges which our students will face in college and in the work place.