Purple Cluster students in the Lexington Room put on their sleuthing hats and became “Aha Moment” detectives this week, tying it all into their Social Studies and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion curriculum.
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Opening Ears, Minds, and Hearts to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
For the 2020-2021 school year, our community values theme is, “Open Ears, Open Minds, Open Hearts,” encouraging the entire community to discuss issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in an inclusive and supportive way. In this article, members of the employee DEI committee discuss what this year’s theme means to them.
EC and Lower School Students Enjoy Spooky Science Show
In celebration of Halloween and the fall season, students from EC through Yellow Cluster tuned into a spooky science show as part of Gaynor’s Virtual Fall Fest.
Democracy, Voting, and Emotions: How Gaynor is Preparing Students for Election Day
As Election Day approaches, students at Gaynor are learning about presidents, the responsibilities of citizens, and strategies to manage their emotions.
Let Them Wear Costumes! Yellow Cluster Students Successfully Advocate for Halloween Policy Change
Students in the Yellow 1 Pod learned that when you speak up in a respectful and reasoned way, action and change can happen, even if temporarily. They successfully advocated for a policy change to allow students to wear costumes for Halloween this year.
Sensory Hallways Are Back! Keeping Gaynor Students Moving
Sensory hallways are back in the halls at Gaynor, with the goal to provide quick movement opportunities near the classroom, which is especially important now as movement about the school is more limited due to COVID restrictions.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month Through the Arts
Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15, is dedicated to recognizing the contributions and influence of Hispanic Americans. This fall, Gaynor students did just that through both drama and music.
Early Childhood Students Learn About Diversity and Inclusion
Tying in to Gaynor’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion curriculum, students in the Lexington Room participated in a multisensory lesson where they portrayed themselves — both inside and out!
A Multisensory Exploration of Ancient Greece
One Green Cluster class began their study of Ancient Greece last week, incorporating many fun, multisensory activities, including having students become archeologists for a day!
An Apple-Packed Day of Learning and Fun
Although Gaynor’s annual field trip to Demarest Farms for apple picking won’t happen this year, students in the Red Cluster found a way to enjoy the tradition in their classroom!