Early in the school year, when a student brought a book to school about sea turtles, no one could have imagined at the time the breadth and depth of where this organically emergent topic would take the class of preschoolers. What unfolded was an incredible example of how learning takes place in a Reggio Emilia-inspired classroom, where students' curiosity leads to rich discovery, collaboration, development, and growth, all centered around students' interests. Read about Mrs. Gratrix and Mrs. Bobos' 4/5 class's engaging journey throughout the school year and how a passion for sea turtles has made such a tremendous impact.

Experience artwork designed to create pause - encouraging you to slow down and wonder. Mrs. Loyd's gallery exhibit offers just that with a playful and interactive collection of pieces to help you experience time differently, all made with everyday, accessible materials. Come interact with each art piece at one of her upcoming open gallery times.

With their natural curiosity, kindergartners have proven themselves to be capable researchers, given the right tools and guided support. Watch as our kindergarten students explain the process they took to conduct their 12-week animal research projects.  

A mini-economy system is not only a fun way to work on mathematics skills but is also an invaluable way to help with classroom management, self-regulation, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship in a safe learning environment! Read about how our fourth-grade students benefit from this unique year-long experience. 

Avery had a major goal her seventh-grade year - to become an Iroquois captain! Read about the emotions she experienced the day captains were finally announced. 

Kareem was never particularly interested in history before the 7th grade. Read about how Mr. Hunter brought history to life and helped Kareem develop a passion for the subject!

Helena wasn't planning to attend Stanley Clark when she toured with her younger brother, but she immediately fell in love with all that Clark had to offer. Read about her transition to SCS as a seventh-grade student!

Read about the impact second-grade teacher Mrs. Havens made when she went out of her way to make Kai feel understood during parent-teacher conferences.

Selin discovered how much she enjoyed acting after performing in the 7th-grade Cabaret. Read about her experience on stage and the joy she felt from being in front of an audience.

Sage was never a big fan of sports until her 7th-grade year when something finally clicked, and she found her passion for volleyball. Read about the game that changed everything for her and the joy she's found being part of a team.

Michelle has vivid memories of her second-grade teachers bringing the book they read as a class to life by recreating a party scene from it. Read about this joyful memory and how it made her feel a part of a caring community.

Before starting figure skating at Clark in the 5th grade, Kaitlyn only knew how to skate on ice without falling. Through this unique athletics offering, she's grown not only in skill-level but also in self-confidence. 

Anjali loved learning about organelles in science class through a fun and engaging project. Read about her experience of "campaigning" for the nucleolus and how this project embodies what it's like to be a student at Clark. 

Over time, leadership has shifted from position and status to collaboration and shared responsibility. Understanding leadership fallacies and replacing them with true statements allows anyone the opportunity to become a leader! Learn more about how Stanley Clark is helping encourage leadership in each student.