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Making the Most of Parent-Teacher Conferences: A Guide for Parents
Meg Roosa, Director of the Elementary Center

Parent-teacher conferences are a wonderful opportunity to connect with your child’s teacher and gain insights that can truly support their success. Here are some simple tips to help you make the most of your time together: bring a few questions, focus on the skills your child is building, and discover ways to support learning at home. With a warm, open approach, you can create a partnership that helps your child thrive this school year and beyond.

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Preparing Students for the 21st Century: What Today’s Learners Need to Thrive in the Future
Kimberly Mecham, Director of the Center of Leadership and Innovation

The world has transformed dramatically over the past few decades, and education is racing to keep up. While past generations thrived with a strong foundation in reading, writing, and arithmetic, the demands of today’s world—and the world of tomorrow—require a new skill set that goes beyond the basics. The future job market will demand adaptability, creativity, and lifelong learning. How can schools prepare students for a future we can’t fully predict? It starts with understanding the essential skills for the 21st century.

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Why Our Middle School Isn't for Everyone—and Why That's a Good Thing
Dr. Kirk Wheeler, Head of School

We believe that middle school should be a defining chapter in a child's life, one where they are not just educated, but shaped. We’re not the school for students looking for an average, easy path. Our middle school is designed for bold thinkers and driven doers—students who are ready to be known, challenged, and expected to lead. This isn't the place where students blend in. This is the place where they stand out.

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