Since 1993, the GreenMount School (GMS) has been contributing to the educational landscape of Baltimore by providing challenging, progressive, theme-based independent education for grades kindergarten through eight. The four hallmarks of a GMS education — Theme Studies, Global and Community Awareness, Keystone Programs, and Parent Cooperative — create an educational and philosophical approach that is academically challenging, cross-cultural, service-oriented, and creative. This Management Assistance Grant provided funds for strategic planning.