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International Village 2017: A Celebration of Change Makers from Around the Globe

May 22, 2017 | admin

On Friday May 26, Turning Point students, teachers, and parents will participate in the annual International Village. We are excited to exchange knowledge, to spark curiosity, and to inspire positive change throughout our community.

Characteristics of a Turning Point Graduate

May 15, 2017 | Dr. Laura Konigsberg

People ask me why I chose Turning Point, knowing what a momentous decision it was for me and for my family. My reasons boil down to this: it is a school that has made its major decisions about its mission inspired by and rooted firmly in research-based evidence.

Summer Community Read

May 8, 2017 | Dr. Laura Konigsberg

Take a few minutes to close your eyes and imagine your child as a graduating high school senior. What are the qualities that you most desire for them to have developed?

High School Placements

May 1, 2017 | Dr. Laura Konigsberg

Top schools embrace our students because we foster strong critical thinkers who are flexible in thought and opinionÑable to reframe and redefine their views to develop deep understanding of themselves, their community, and their world.

Turning Point and Galileo: Expanding Innovation

April 24, 2017 | Dr. Laura Konigsberg

What if I told you that during the summer months your child will not simply maintain, but expand their curiosity, creative expression, and thirst for innovation?

Reading in a Digital Age

April 17, 2017 | admin

In a digital age, how do we help students tease out facts and find a cohesive narrative amid the many voices online?

The Brightest Blooms

April 10, 2017 | Dr. Laura Konigsberg

Driving to Berkeley over Spring Break, my family could not stop marveling at the lush landscape and bursts of color that accompanied us along the way.

Joyful Learning

March 13, 2017 | Dr. Laura Konigsberg

At Turning Point, we are proud of the joy our students express daily in their learning, creativity, accomplishments, and community.

Independent School Accreditation: How We Assess our School

March 6, 2017 | Dr. Laura Konigsberg

This year has provided several occasions for the Turning Point community to reflect upon our history and our future, and to set goals to chart our progress in the years ahead.

The Role of Empathy in a Global Society

February 27, 2017 | admin

When Dana Mortenson, Co-Founder of World Savvy spoke to our parents and faculty on January 18, her focus was to explore and understand what is most vital in preparing students for the future.