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A Multisensory Approach to Distance Learning

April 1, 2020

One of the hallmarks of a Gaynor education is the multisensory approach used in all subjects. The use of visual, tactile, auditory, and kinesthetic senses helps students better understand and…

Humans of Gaynor: Students Explore Togetherness and Community

March 24, 2020

Prior to spring break, Sara Curwin’s Green Cluster class created “Humans of Gaynor,” a 12-minute video modeled after Brandon Stanton’s “Humans of New York” project. It has taken on increased…

Therapeutic Toys and Games for Spring Break Activities

March 17, 2020

Director of Early Childhood Rebecca Jurow and Director of Lower Division Donna Logue share their recommendations for a spring break spent at home.

8 Tips for Parents to Help Kids Learn Online

March 15, 2020

As more schools move to online classes, Head of School Dr. Scott Gaynor has some advice for parents as they help their children navigate this new way of learning.

Puppy Power! Students Learn About Animal Rights from a Three-Legged Friend

March 5, 2020

A group of Silver Cluster students had a special visitor this week to help them learn about animal rights. Read more to learn about Ella the dog and her inspiring…

Students Explore Bravery and Courage in Celebration of Black History Month

February 28, 2020

All around Gaynor during the month of February, students learned about the power of change and standing up for what’s right in celebration of Black History Month. Students participated in…

Washington vs. Lincoln: Who will win the Lexington Room?

February 20, 2020

Students in the Lexington Room in the Early Childhood program learned about democracy and wielded the power to vote last week in honor of Presidents' Day. Over the past couple…

Silver Cluster Students “Step Into” History

February 19, 2020

Students brought their classroom learning to life last week with a social studies skit highlighting the story of the Puritans and Puritan minister (and founder of Rhode Island) Roger Williams.…

Multisensory (and Marvelous) Math!

February 13, 2020

Math Specialist Rachel Arbesfeld and Art Teachers Andrea Nelson and Sophia Saad created a multisensory project to bring math concepts to life. Red Cluster students used abstract art to illustrate…

A Multisensory, Interdisciplinary Social Studies Project

February 4, 2020

Miniature tables are set in a grotto-style interior, waiting for their Lilliputian guests to arrive. A tiny golden statue wraps his tinfoil arms around a guitar. A pair of googly-eyed…

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