Our seventh grade recently finished a creative writing block, designed especially for this class. Creative writing was taught as a songwriting block and experts from our community were brought in to assist the middle school teachers. Over the course of three weeks, the students learned about storytelling, poetry writing, wordplay, and musical composition. Putting it Continue reading.
It’s soup-making day in Karen’s kindergarten class, and every child holds a small paring knife, carefully chopping carrots, potatoes, and leeks brought from home. They work quietly, with intention and anticipation, knowing they will be rewarded with a delicious snack they made themselves. Learning how to handle a kitchen knife is the first lesson in Continue reading.
What does it feel like to get the recommended amount of sleep every night for a month? Ask our tenth grade students. During their month-long Physiology block the students put their own bodies to the test as they learn about the human body. According to the National Institute of Health and latest research from the Continue reading.
On Saturday, October 27, we are delighted to welcome Alganesh Michael back to our school to prepare an authentic Ethiopian/Eritrean dinner at our high school campus. Originally from Eritrea, Alganesh Michael lives in So. Burlington with her husband and two daughters. Former nurse, than homemaker for 16 years, Alganesh now collaborates with many local restaurants to Continue reading.
Saturday, September 29 Michaelmas is the “festival of courage” and reminds us to honor the courage that we see around us every day in noble acts, large and small. We invite all our families to our celebration of Michaelmas! On the festival day, we will come together as a community to play games and participate Continue reading.
