Program Updates – Drama & PE – October 2024
Drama This week, the 8th-grade class had the exciting opportunity to learn from Seattle playwright Maggie Lee, whose award-winning work spans genres like science fiction, horror, and action-adventure, with productions across the U.S. and internationally. Maggie shared her expertise in crafting engaging plays, guiding students through the importance of building real, multi-dimensional characters and writing…
Read MoreFinancial Aid Information Webinars with Clarity
Our financial aid platform, Clarity, offers several Family Information Webinars this year. From Clarity: We are proud to have offered two Family Information Webinars so far. Together, we had over 500 families in attendance and responded to over 350 questions! The recording links can be found on the Resources wiki, which is accessible via the…
Read MoreProgram Updates – Science & Math – October 2024
Science 6th: The 6th graders are wrapping up their study of how a hot air balloon takes off. Breaking a complex question into smaller bites is a great way to both answer the question and to develop an understanding of more complex concepts like density. It can be calculated mathematically (I’m looking at you,…
Read MoreProgram Updates – Art & Music – October 2024
Art Update: And we’re off! Off to a creative start in the art room! First there’s the 6th grade introduction to drawing which they can tell you is all about eye-hand coordination. We had fun using our drawing skills in a game called Exquisite Corpse (a term derived, naturally, from the Surrealists). Then it was…
Read MorePreparing for Middle School: Is your Fifth Grader Ready?
As fifth graders approach the end of elementary school, many families wonder how to best prepare for the transition to middle school. Explorer West’s Head of School, Barbara Frailey, shares her top tips to help students and families navigate this exciting and sometimes nerve-wracking transition with confidence. Middle school brings significant changes—new teachers, classes, and…
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