School-wide Geography Bee Update from Tim Owens
A National Geographic Pristine seas expedition helped gather scientific data to support the creation of a marine protected area surrounding Ascension Island. Ascension Island is located in the South Atlantic and is part of an overseas territory of what country? Last week, thirty Explorer West students took part in the National Geographic Geography Bee.…
Read MoreReflections on the 6th Grade Snowshoe Trips by Kristin Moore
After 3 hours in the rain at 39º, nearly every student raised their hand in response to the question, “who wishes they had more time to work on their snow shelter?” Sure, it may have been rough to get up early, and the thought of a third day out in the rain may have felt…
Read MoreReflections on the Sixth Grade Outdoor Education Trips-Winter 2020
The power of the outdoors to push us further than we think we can go is unmistakable, and these past three Fridays have presented many challenges, both physical and mental, for our 6th grade class. Long before anyone boarded the bus, each student had to build their own pair of snowshoes. For most, snowshoeing was…
Read MoreGetting Ready for Winter Outdoor Education
Every winter, Explorer West students spend three consecutive Fridays exploring our winter wilderness. The weather hasn’t stopped us from preparing for our winter trips. This month, 6th grade students have been working hard to build their snowshoes. They use apple branches, rubber tubing, and other resourceful materials. Earlier in January, families joined their students to…
Read MoreWinter VAM Night a Success!
On Wednesday, Explorer West faculty, students, and families gathered at the Chief Sealth auditorium for Visual Arts and Music (VAM) Night! Students from all grades proudly presented the songs they have been practicing this Fall. 6th grade played some favorite winter songs, 7th grade played the Star Wars theme song, and 8th grade treated us…
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