Posts by Dawn Fornear
Cascadia Latin Conference at Explorer West!
A Day of Fun, Competition, and Achievement Last Saturday, Explorer West hosted the much-anticipated Cascadia Convention, a gathering that brought together students from various schools to engage in a day filled with athletic, creative, and academic competitions. We were excited to host the convention for the second year! Joining us were students from Our Lady…
Read MoreBlack History Month Presentation with James King, Jr.
Explorer West Middle School had an amazing guest, James King Jr., for a special Black History Month assembly. Mr. King is a social justice advocate and a community leader, and we are fortunate that he has worked with Explorer West as an outdoor education trip leader. First, the students were given lists of items for…
Read MorePOCIS Equity and Inclusion Virtual Speaker Series: DATE CHANGE Feb 15, 2024
Please note: This event has been moved from February 8 to February 15. When: 5:00 PM to 6:15 PM, Thursday, February 15, 2024 Don’t forget to register for this conversation with Dr. Bernice King. As members of the People of Color in Independent School (POCIS) group, we are excited to share this upcoming event…
Read MoreFall Highlights at Explorer West
As the fall semester at Explorer West Middle School draws to a close, we have much to celebrate and reflect upon. This semester has been a mix of creativity, teamwork, and engagement, highlighted by our exceptional playwriting projects, artistic endeavors, sports achievements, academic challenges, and community-building activities. Unleashing Creativity Across All Grades This semester, students…
Read MoreEmbracing Restorative Justice at Explorer West: The Power of Circles
At the heart of Explorer West Middle School’s approach to education lies a commitment to Restorative Justice, a philosophy we’ve been integrating more actively over the past few years. Central to this practice are our Community Building Circles, a transformative element reshaping how we interact, learn, and grow together. Restorative Justice: A Holistic Approach to…
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