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The Explorer West Experience: Character, Connection, and Core Values.
Imagine your child as an eighth-grader walking across the stage to get their diploma, capping off three years of middle school. As you watch them, what are you going to be most proud of? If you ask our families and our Head of School, Mr. H, you will hear that we are proud of our…
Read MoreExplorer West’s Earthquake Drill Prepared Us!
Explorer West took part in the 2018 Great Washington Shakeout, a nationwide disaster drill to prepare us for earthquake response. Our number one priority is the safety of everyone at our school and the drill proved that our student body, teachers and staff are well equipped and ready. Safety and support for all students, whether…
Read MoreRegister Now for Explorer West Fall Open House Events for 2018
Are you looking for a safe and caring middle school for your student? Visit Explorer West and see how we are redefining the middle school experience. Our fall open house events are open for registration. Click on any of the dates below to register. Thursday, October 18th 2018, 6:30-8:00 pm Saturday, November 17th 2018, 10:00-11:30…
Read MoreExplorer West Students “Change The World!”
Every year, the eight graders at Explorer West Middle School, under the tutelage of Social Studies teacher Tim Owens, tackle their choice of social issues and complete group projects aptly named “Change The World.” They present their findings to all grades and to a panel of social advocates. These students are entering high school this…
Read MoreGreater Good Magazine “5 Ways to Help Teens Feel Good About Themselves”
Explorer West parent Amy Eva recently wrote this article for Greater Good Magazine at UC-Berkeley. In it she references EW Social Studies Tim Owens and the 8th grade Change The World project. “Adolescents who are kind and helpful in general have higher self-esteem.” We agree! Great, article, Amy and thank you. Read the article here:…
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