Lessons from a Butterfly
“I’m the only one not playing Fortnite after school!”
“If you don’t let me do it, I will be left out!”
Do these pleas sound familiar? If so, you are not alone; as parents and educators, we are all in this together.
The Many Benefits of Gratitude
Research shows that there are some very real and tangible benefits of gratitude that should inspire us all to practice thankfulness all year round. You probably already know that gratitude makes us happier. But here are some other surprising reasons you may want to make the practice of gratitude a regular part of your everyday life.
Halloween: Design Thinking in Action
Using the process of design thinking, our eighth graders built games for the Halloween Carnival that would appeal to students in preschool through Grade 3. Our Middle School students take seriously the task of making their younger counterparts feel very special and valued on this magical day, and their compassion and leadership shone through as they demonstrated the games and encouraged their younger friends to try something new.
Standing up to Hate: Recommended Reading
As human beings, we are comforted by the familiar, so it is not unusual that we turn inward or silent when we see hate, especially when it seeps out of the cracks and crevices and becomes almost part of the daily vernacular. But we absolutely must remember that the wonderful diversity in our ecosystem and among people throughout the world is what is responsible for the innovations and evolutionary successes that make our world rich and awe-inspiring.
A Balanced Approach to Gaming
“I’m the only one not playing Fortnite after school!”
“If you don’t let me do it, I will be left out!”
Do these pleas sound familiar? If so, you are not alone; as parents and educators, we are all in this together.
The Adolescent Brain: A Radical Rewiring
As anyone who spends time with children in the “tween” years can attest, adolescence is a magical place. At Turning Point, we not only understand the challenges of middle school, but we embrace and truly enjoy the incredible opportunity we have to work with adolescents during these years of incredible growth.
Talking to Kids about Gender Dynamics
The start of school is always a time of new beginnings – a new grade level, new teachers, new classmates, and for some, an entirely new school. At Turning Point, we have another “new beginning” to add to our list: the launch of our re-branding project.
Fostering an Engaged, Inclusive Community
Relationships are at the heart of a key strategic priority for Turning Point, articulated in an essential question: How do we continue to foster a highly engaged, inclusive community?
Turning Point Traditions
In the next couple weeks, we will kick off two programs that are long-standing Turning Point traditions: PDF Nights (formerly known as "Family Nights"), and Family Groups. Both programs take place once per month during the school year, and each serve to provide our students with opportunities to deepen their connections with people who can make a profound impact in their livesÑfrom their own family members to fellow students and adults at school.
State of Flow
The type of happiness our students display comes from more than just an easy morning routine; it emanates from a deep sense of satisfaction they feel while at school.
