Abiqua School inspires its students in a challenging academic environment guided by our core values of Honor, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork.
Who We Are
At Abiqua, students are at the center of everything we do. We are a secular independent school where curiosity is celebrated, ideas are explored freely, and every student’s journey is valued. Through hands-on learning, students discover their passions, develop strong character, and grow into confident, compassionate leaders.
Guided by the principles of Honor, Empathy, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork, our students become agile thinkers and compassionate leaders, ready for high school and beyond.
HEART principles echo through every classroom, conversation, and challenge. Success means more than grades; it’s about effort, perspective, and growth into confident, reflective individuals.
Abiqua graduates are prepared to thrive anywhere. With rigorous academics, resilience, and self-advocacy, they seize the future with confidence.
We believe in integrity. Our responsibility is to recognize and protect the rights of others and work towards a wholehearted understanding of human connections.
We are sensitive to the feelings, thoughts, needs, and experiences of others. We strive to learn to see the world from another’s point of view, and to appreciate different perspectives. Every human being is valuable and worthy of our compassion.
We consider the consequences of our decisions and actions, and accept full responsibility.
We value the talents, contributions, opinions, and perspectives of others. We hold ourselves, our peers, parents, and teachers in high regard. We show consideration for the property of others, including public property.
We are committed to inclusiveness, cooperation, and collaboration.
Our History
In the early 1990’s a group of concerned parents saw a gap in their children’s education. Their children were being taught to get good grades and pass to the next level…but they weren't being equipped with real-life tools to help them overcome everyday obstacles.
Their children were being lost in the one-size-fits-all approach - a system that limits many students’ diverse talents, skills, and gifts. These parents wanted a more personalized plan of action to truly help their children thrive at school and in life.
That’s why these committed parents founded Abiqua School in 1993 as a K-6 independent school - the only independent school in mid-Willamette Valley without any religious affiliation. It was crucial that their children learn vital, life-changing skills with opened minds and opened hearts.
Today, we now serve around 200 students. We’ve flourished into an inclusive and dynamic early childhood, primary, and middle school - beautifully diverse with students from different backgrounds, configurations, and experiences who come together as a team and a family. We’ve created a community that focuses on students’ emotional backbone, personalized support, and encouragement - tools necessary for resilience, personal growth, and overcoming any obstacle.
Abiqua School is a Federally tax-exempt, non-profit 501(c)(3) educational organization governed by a volunteer Board of Trustees. This Board comprises parents and community leaders with an interest in superb education. The Board of Trustees is accountable for the strategic management, policy development, and the long-term success and stability of Abiqua. The Head of School, who is selected and supported by the Board, holds full responsibility for the daily operations of the school.
Board of Trustees
Tyler Reich Board Chair
Denise Basilan Vice Chair
John Hazlett Treasurer
Falguny Bhavan Secretary
Mark Novom Head of School
Members at Large
Carlotta Alverson
Max Butler
Alex Casebeer
Marissa Foster
Ryan Lam
Carol Long
Matt Pegler
Dan Roach Stephanie Schuyler
Shannon Snow
Julie Wisser
