Black History Month Presentation with James King, Jr.

By Dawn Fornear | February 20, 2024

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…

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Fall Highlights at Explorer West

By Dawn Fornear | December 13, 2023

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…

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Embracing Restorative Justice at Explorer West: The Power of Circles

By Dawn Fornear | December 7, 2023

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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Fostering Creativity through Arts

By Dawn Fornear | November 29, 2023

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…

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