We’re less than $3,000.00 away from making our 2015-16 Annual Fund goal of $88,000. This is far closer than we have been in recent history at such an early date – all thanks to our generous community!
Let’s come together…
By Wayne Toepp, high school and middle school art teacher
The Exhibit G high school student art show opened on April 29, and will remain on view in the Kenyon lobby and student center throughout the month of May. While…
By Rachel Silverman, Grade 1 teacher
As part of our study of “backyard birds”, the first grade was fortunate to have Annie Mardiney, local wildlife rehabilitator, visit the classroom. Annie specializes in rehabilitating birds, with a focus on raptors. She…
Juniors and parents, read on! “Right-on” advice from a peer independent school counselor.
Lots of good reminders for parents and students in grades 9-11.
Ten Tips for a Successful College Search (Part 1, Tips 1-5)
Ten Tips for a Successful…
By Judy Purcell, Pre-K/K teacher
The children in the pre-k/k don’t mind getting a little dirty! In the beginning of April, the class weeded and prepared the soil in a garden bed in the courtyard in order to plant pea…
We have entered that luscious time of the school year when students are performing at a high level and apply all their skills and knowledge to culminating projects. On April 20, 2016, the Holford Learning Commons (HLC) was full of…
The magical evening of Saturday, April 9 at PDS was filled with suspense, thrills and fun – all for a great cause. The 2016 PDS Spring Benefit Auction launched the Green Future Capital Projects Campaign and was the biggest fundraising…
By Dorothy Luongo, grade 5 teacher
This month, 5th graders were busy preparing for family conferences, which happened on Thursday, April 21. Each student had a chance to select work from the entire year, which represent both successes and challenges,…
I kinda like it. It’s nice to have some responsibility. It’s good to show my parents my perspective.
Leading a conference sounds like an ambitious undertaking. The leader has the responsibility for making sure that all attendees learn and all…
By Malorie Seeley-Sherwood, HS ESL, MS English teacher
The element of choice is a vital component to feeling like an empowered and engaged learner. With this in mind, ESL juniors and seniors have recently embraced self-directed learning in literature circles.…
