The booklet "An Experience of Worth" was first published in 1967 for Harley's 50th year. I found a later iteration of it from the 1970's too. It is a marketing piece showcasing Harley's Upper School experience. (For our alumni who attended Harley in that era, you might find a person or two you recognize. I'm pretty sure that's Gail McGuire (Science, 1965-2000) in the "faculty" section.)

Take a look and then compare the ideas to our recent enrollment piece:

Across more than half a century, Harley’s vision for education has remained both steady and bold. In 1970, the School affirmed a belief in intellectual independence, responsibility, and learning as an experience of intrinsic worth—preparing young people to navigate a world defined by constant change.

Today, that philosophy lives on in a vibrant, contemporary expression that champions curiosity, collaboration, creativity, and civic engagement in an increasingly interconnected world.

Though the language has evolved, the promise has not: a Harley education shapes thoughtful, ethical, and self-directed individuals who are prepared not only for college and careers, but for lives of purpose, meaning, and impact.