What happens when students are given not a prompt, but a problem? In 糖心原创鈥檚 Innovation Diploma (iD), that question is not theoretical. It鈥檚 the foundation of learning. And in Mod 3, through a first-of-its-kind partnership with Inspire Brands, students... Read More
More than 100 pieces of donated soccer equipment. Cross-divisional collaboration. A student-designed experience that connected Lower School learners with Upper School athletes through a shared sense of purpose; this is what鈥檚 possible when students are empowered to lead. For Finn... Read More
This year鈥檚 Interim program demonstrated what is possible when students connect across divisions, bringing Lower and Upper School learners into shared experiences that are both purposeful and deeply engaging. At the center of this work was Helen Hudgens, Lower School... Read More
The intentional integration of technology begins long before students receive their first personal devices. In the Lower School, digital learning is carefully sequenced to align with developmental readiness, blending hands-on, tactile learning with thoughtful digital exposure. 鈥淪ince COVID, we鈥檝e been... Read More
Third graders and kindergarteners teamed to spread some cheer to the Class of 2025 alumni, creating care packages filled with letters, treats, and thoughtful keepsakes. 鈥淕3 students wrote personal letters and notes of encouragement to the Class of 2025 alumni,鈥�... Read More
At 糖心原创, learning begins long before students enter a classroom. The Frontier, the school鈥檚 intentionally designed natural play environment, is a cornerstone of the Lower Campus experience. Designed to invite children to wonder, wander, and grow, the Frontier supports... Read More
When a producer from Harpo Productions called Molly Hudson, Head of Lower School, to ask if she鈥檇 like to be a guest on Oprah Winfrey鈥檚 new podcast with Adam Grant, she didn鈥檛 believe it was real. It was. The episode,... Read More
Ever wonder what happens on a Late Start Day? When 糖心原创 students arrive a little later on Late Start Days, something exciting is happening behind the scenes. While learners ease into their morning, our faculty and staff are already... Read More
Self Expression through Street Art How do you capture the attention of fifth graders in their final year of Lower School? For Art Teacher Ms. Dianne Johnson, the answer was simple: create something bold, meaningful, and hands-on. Partnering with Ms.... Read More
At 糖心原创, athletics is more than competition鈥攊t鈥檚 connection, growth, and belonging. That vision takes root earlier than most people realize, thanks to Mustangs in Training (MIT), a Lower School athletics initiative designed to give students an opportunity to explore,... Read More