The meaning of Serendipity’s Name

The word Serendipity means the unexpected discovery of something good. When our school was named in 1979, it was with the intention to provide that something good in the lives of young people challenged by disability and trauma. The “something good” Serendipity seeks for our students involves school experiences that cultivate competence, courage, confidence, and empathy. It is “something good” when young people on the brink of surrendering their potential grow to see themselves, others, and their futures with hope.

The meaning of Serendipity’s Mascot

In 2003, as part of adopting PBIS as Serendipity’s approach to cultivating a safe, respectful, and responsible school culture, all enrolled students were engaged in determining our school mascot. The outcome was the Serendipity Eagle.

As we learned about eagles, we were collectively drawn to the courage and resilience of our new symbol.

Like the eagle, we’ve determined that we must . . .

See ourselves and others clearly.
Eagles’ eyes can see great distances. They can also look directly into the sun without being blinded.

Take good care of our ourselves.
Eagles never eat dead meat. An eagle is not a scavenger.

Tackle hard work.
Eagles look for and fly into storms. As storms approach, lesser birds head for cover. Eagles use the storm to lift them up to higher heights.

Help others and particularly those who are vulnerable.
Eagles are very gentle and attentive to their young. They are protectors; they are teachers—dedicated and patient.

Strive for growth.
Eagles are leaders, unafraid of challenge and persistent when reaching their goals.

We are the Serendipity Eagles because we are strong, brave, and nurturing.