The Many Faces of Student Support at The Park School
From the door greeters at morning carpool who greet students with a smile to the school counselors who help navigate emotional challenges, … Keep Reading
Centering The Child & Childhood: Belonging In Park’s Upper Division
At Park, we intentionally call Grades 5 through 8 the “Upper Division.” Unlike at schools where the spotlight shines mainly on the … Keep Reading
It All Starts with…Gratitude
As we head off into a well-earned break this afternoon, I want to underscore the central message of today’s Yule Festival: gratitude. … Keep Reading
Season’s Readings: Graphic Novel Recommendations from the Library
Beyond The Funny Pages: Five Reasons to Say YES! to Graphic Novels There is a good chance a child you know has … Keep Reading
It All Starts with…SEL Data
Recently, students in grades 3–8 completed the SelfWise survey, designed to measure confidence in social-emotional learning (SEL) skills aligned with CASEL’s Five Competencies: self-awareness, … Keep Reading
Grade 6 Mandarin Class Explores the Maker Space for Name Stamp Creation
Grade 6 Mandarin students at Park recently embarked on an immersive learning experience, blending cultural education with modern technology in the school’s … Keep Reading
Head’s Lines: Balancing “Needs” and “Wants” at Park
“You can’t always get what you want But if you try sometimes, well, you might find You get what you need Ah, … Keep Reading
It All Starts with…Reflection
The first set of Upper Division comments were recently shared with families. With the mindset that deeper learning comes by reflecting on our experiences, advisors will … Keep Reading
Appreciating Cultural Diversity Through Language
Come springtime, teachers and students all start looking forward to the respite from school day routines, homework (and grading), and the freedom … Keep Reading
It All Starts with…Academic Excellence
Take a moment to remember your own time in middle school. Do you remember what books you read, or what you studied … Keep Reading
It All Starts with…Civic Discourse
Election conversations in classrooms and community spaces can be a valuable opportunity for students to engage in civic discourse, but they need … Keep Reading