Program Update: Music with Kali
Wow! What an amazing fall semester it has been in the music room! It has been incredible to see the musical progress of our students and the hard work that they have put into all of the music that has been thrown their way this year. 6th Grade Instrumental: In 6th grade band and orchestra,…
Read MoreFostering Creativity through Arts
Our arts curriculum is all about sparking creativity and keeping an open mind. The best part? Every student gets to experience the full spectrum of our arts program throughout their three years with us. No choosing – just exploring and discovering new passions! Students immerse themselves in a world of colors and shapes in visual…
Read MoreProgram Update: Drama with Tara
Welcome to Explorer West’s Drama Program! This Fall, it’s been exciting to see the progression of our students’ theatrical skills through 6th to 8th grade. I’ve been impressed by the creativity and excitement of our young playwrights and actors! 6th Grade In 6th grade drama, we are working on memorizing and staging our Elephant and…
Read MoreSoup’s On! A Recipe for Community
It’s that time of the year, when we lean into our supportive community to launch our annual fundraising efforts! Our theme this year is Soup’s On – A Recipe for Community. We see our school as a place where, through an artful meld of humble ingredients and some careful tending, magical things get made. Maybe…
Read MoreSupporting Time Management for Tweens at Explorer West
At Explorer West Middle School, we understand the importance of developing key life skills, including time management and executive functioning, in our students. This is especially crucial as they navigate the transitional years of middle school. We were inspired by a recent article on Seattle’s Child, “Time Management for Tweens and Teens: Ask the Pediatrician,”…
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