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Changemakers Lab Offers a Summer Experience Unlike Any Other

5/3/2021

The world is rapidly changing. Together, girls can shape what the future looks like. Is your daughter ready to dive in? Now is the time to sign her up for a summer experience that will inspire her to create a better tomorrow. Changemakers Lab, a new..

Register Now for Ellis' Coed Kid Summer Camps

4/16/2021

When you look back on your childhood, there are probably plenty of memories that stick out to you. Maybe it was an epic water balloon fight on the hottest day of the year, or when you mastered your jump shot after practicing for weeks on end, or..

Introducing Girl Talk, Ellis’ New Virtual Parenting Series

1/20/2021

Girl Talk is moving from the written word to the spoken word with our new, free webinar series, Girl Talk: Conversations for Parents. A parent's guide to raising girls who become bold, vibrant changemakers, Girl Talk brings families, educators, and..

Private School Virtual Visit Cheat Sheet

10/20/2020

The decision of whether or not you should send your child to a private school (especially in the midst of a global pandemic) is undoubtedly a big one for your family—and not one to be taken lightly. As a parent or caregiver, you’ve done your..

Intentional Art Activities You and Your Child Can Do at Home

8/27/2020

Now more than ever, kids are asking a lot of questions about the world and the future. Why did my camp plans change? Why do I have to wear a mask? When will the germs go away? And while these questions are valid, it may be difficult for parents to..

How to Discuss Race with Young Children

8/10/2020

Do you want to talk to your child about race but aren’t sure where or how to begin? It can be intimidating to know where to start and difficult to do so when you’re in the process of learning yourself. But there’s never a time like the present to..

Distance Learning Tool Increases Student Engagement

7/1/2020

For students and teachers who are used to traditional classroom teaching, the integration of online learning can come with a learning curve. Instead of group projects, peer reviews, and one-on-one office hours, students and educators must..

Students Exercise Adaptability in Pandemic-Altered Projects

6/24/2020

For many high school students, dealing with COVID-19 was their first taste of having to practice resilience and flexibility in “the real world.” And while it’s been difficult at times, many high school students have shown just how poised and..

5 Tips for Remote Learning

4/9/2020

As students begin a new adventure of remote learning at home, it can be helpful to have some guidelines and strategies in place to ensure they’re set up for success. Below are five tips from academic support teachers at The Ellis School to help you..

5 Ways to Welcome Girls to Computer Science

1/24/2020

The reports keep coming: tech companies average 30% female, but the percentage of women in tech-related jobs is actually much lower. Depending on who you ask, it's a pipeline problem, a workplace culture problem, or any of a whole slew of issues...

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