While all of the intelligences are addressed by Skyview, we contend that the intrapersonal and interpersonal intelligences are central to school life and success in the greater community. We believe that the healthy, constructive functioning and development of the intrapersonal and interpersonal intelligences are foundational to successful learning and effective participation as a member of society. Thus, Skyview places an emphasis on these two intelligences above and beyond the others.
Skyview aligns itself with Daniel Goleman’s (1997) definition of the intrapersonal and interpersonal intelligences outlined in his book, Emotional Intelligence. Goleman places value on the constructive development and use of these two intelligences as ways of enlightening self and society.
