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Using ‘Aha Moments’ to learn about Diversity and Inclusion

Marco November 13, 2020 No Comments

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…

Opening Ears, Minds, and Hearts to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Marco November 4, 2020 No Comments

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…

EC and Lower School Students Enjoy Spooky Science Show

Marco November 2, 2020 No Comments

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

Marco October 29, 2020 No Comments

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

Marco October 26, 2020 No Comments

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…

Sensory Hallways Are Back! Keeping Gaynor Students Moving

Marco October 22, 2020 No Comments

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…

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month Through the Arts

Marco October 22, 2020 No Comments

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…

Early Childhood Students Learn About Diversity and Inclusion

Marco October 16, 2020 No Comments

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

Marco October 15, 2020 No Comments

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

Marco October 7, 2020 No Comments

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!

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