LOWER SCHOOL

A dynamic educational program where all students get what they need individually. Grade-level teams collaborate on developing targeted instruction for small groups of students during a common block of time. This collaborative effort of teachers puts the students at the center of learning and supports the unique development of every child. 

At the end of the school year, our youngest learners have the opportunity to engage in deep exploration of various topics through collaborative and hands-on experiences. Project based learning is rooted in student voice and choice and each class collectively represents their learnings in unique ways. 

Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) helps us create a happy, safe, and welcoming place for our youngest learners to grow. Our approach focuses on prevention, not punishment—teaching values and behaviors that help every child succeed academically, socially, and emotionally.

Our 4 PBIS Expectations: Be Safe, Be Kind, Be Respectful, Be Responsible

Through positive guidance, modeling, and encouragement, we help students become self-aware, make good decisions, and build strong relationships as they learn and explore.

Our mud kitchen has quickly become one of the most loved spots for our youngest learners.

Rooted in our Reggio-inspired approach, this hands-on space offers open-ended, sensory-rich play that sparks creativity, collaboration, and exploration.

In the mud kitchen, students:

• Create and imagine their own recipes and stories
• Connect with nature in meaningful ways
• Build foundational skills in language, problem-solving, and social interaction

The mud kitchen reflects our belief in the environment as the “third teacher,” providing meaningful provocations that inspire curiosity and inquiry every day.