Enriching the experience of early childhood learners
March 6, 2020
In the dimly lit room, everyone sat in a circle. A small lantern at the center…
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School as a social force for building community in our world
February 7, 2020
One after another, three-, four-, or five-year old students stepped up in front of an audience…
“Your presentations today blew us away!” Those were the words used by Francey Slater (co-founder) and…
Emotional intelligence and student success
January 24, 2020
In a survey of 22,000 high school students, more than 25% reported feeling “tired,” “stressed,” or…
Opening ourselves to the possibility of community
January 17, 2020
For many children, school is the first experience in being part of a community that extends…
As I watched the Winter Ensembles Concert this past Wednesday, I was struck by something that…
Learning outside the classroom
December 13, 2019
Some of the most important lessons occur when students connect with resources outside of the classroom….
Imagine a classroom where students have the freedom to focus on work that is carefully matched…
Oak Meadow students in China
November 22, 2019
Six 8th grade Oak Meadow students and three staff members spent the last week on the other…
Parents engaged in their child’s education
November 13, 2019
On Tuesday night, Oak Meadow School co-sponsored with AISNE a public speakers program featuring nationally recognized…
