In November, when students first received comments and then grades, HomeBase groups spent time reading and reflecting on both their accomplishments and areas where they needed to improve. After spending time writing about their growth and setting goals for the second...
Month: December 2017
In the Garden
DIG students problem-solved how to deconstruct our Umpleby garden beds using "simple tools" -- such as a lever -- and teamwork The master plan for our campus includes new construction on the current site of Umpleby Hall. Although that construction is several years...
Health and Wellness Highlights
The Middle School Health and Wellness Department has been busy this past month, involving students in a variety of fun and healthy activities and assessments. The students just finished the physical assessment program, the FitnessGram, in which individuals were tested...
Grade Level Happenings
Special Note to Grade 6 Parents: Sixth Grade is going on a Trip Jan 3rd! We are excited to be going to MoMath during the school day on Wednesday after the break. Please see Mrs. Segar's letter for details. Note that we are coming back to campus before the end of...
Kathy’s Message
Happy Holidays! As we head into our Winter Break, I want to wish you all a wonderful holiday season, whatever your beliefs or traditions are. I hope you are able to spend some quality time with your loved ones, engage in your favorite past-times, and renew your sense...
Message from the Deans
Managing Planned Absences Parents planning holiday travel should be aware that the last day before winter break, December 15th, and the first day back, on January 2nd, are filled with important classes and activities for students in all three middle-school grades. We...
Our Community of Learners
“Humans of D-E” Project: Earlier in the year, every HomeBase group was paired up with an employee of D-E and, through a series of activities, got to know their particular person better. Now, many of the HomeBase groups are planning a lunch meeting with their “Human”...
Grade Level Updates from our Core Teams
Team 6: It has been another busy month in the sixth grade. In English, the students wrapped up the Moment PBL unit. They each wrote about a significant moment in their life, and then they shared them with their English classes. Finally, the students shared their...
Kathy’s Message
Folks, I always enjoy our Winter Arts Festival, and I hope you had the opportunity to attend last Thursday’s night performance and display of artwork. From the look of pride on their faces, your youngsters enjoy making a beautiful piece of artwork to hang on the wall,...