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From Dorothea Lange to Degas: Green Cluster Researches Prominent Artists
In January, Green Cluster Room 703 held an artist research project gallery walk, where each student presented their research about an artist and the art they made inspired by them.
Ms. De Lancy’s Book Recommendations for Black History Month
February is Black History Month! To kick off this month of celebration and learning, Gaynor Librarian Ms. De Lancy provided some book recommendations for each division.
Spreading the Love at Day of Service
On January 29, over 400 members of the Stephen Gaynor School community gathered in the Performing Arts Center for the second-ever in person Day of Service. Students, parents, alumni, faculty and staff created over 1,000 greeting cards for the clients of God’s Love We Deliver.
Celebrating Lunar New Year
Students from the Early Childhood through Blue Cluster are learning about the traditions of Lunar New Year, one of the most important holidays of the year in cultures that observe the lunisolar calendar.
Gaynor Students Celebrate Dr. King’s Legacy
Monday, January 16 was Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and students across all divisions spent time learning about Dr. King’s philosophy and teaching, important speeches, and his impact on the civil rights movement. The students also discussed their personal connections to his words, and how they can continue to spread his ideas throughout their community.
Teaching Collaboratively: The Co-Lead Teacher Model
Last year, a new classroom paradigm was piloted in a select few classrooms at Gaynor, and as of January 2023, Gaynor has four classrooms using the Co-Lead Teacher Model. The Co-Lead Teacher Model involves two experienced teachers working together in the same classroom. They plan lessons together and teach together to support the diverse academic and social-emotional needs of their students.
Five Questions With… Jill Thompson
How would it feel to work in your dream job? Well, you can ask Assistant Head of School Jill Thompson! Despite completing her undergraduate degree in administration of justice, she pivoted to work in education as a more proactive way to support children. She finds her inspiration in Gaynor’s co-founder Yvette Siegel-Herzog, and Ms. Siegel’s exceptional perspective on learning and Gaynor’s mission. We sat down with Jill for the latest installment of our “Five Questions With…” series to learn more about her passion for education and her dedication to the mission of individualized education at Stephen Gaynor School.
Gaynor Day of Service 2023
Students, parents, and siblings are invited to join us on Sunday, January 29, for a meaningful afternoon to support God’s Love We Deliver.