Posts by Dawn Fornear
Fostering 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,”…
Read MoreExplorer West’s All-Skate Party at Southgate Roller Rink!
We’re still buzzing with excitement from our recent All-Skate Party at Southgate Roller Rink! It was a night filled with laughter, music, and, of course, lots of skating. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the community members who joined us for a fun-filled night. A special thank you to teacher and parent Daniela Hall…
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