8:10 a.m.
We love to start the day sharing information and inspiration.
Day in the Life: Lower School
Here are a few special moments possible in the day of a Lower School student.
8:30 a.m.
Morning literacy sessions always begin with reading.
8:50 a.m.
Working in pairs is a good way to practice and get feedback.
9:15 a.m.
Our teachers are so supportive—and fun!
9:45 a.m.
Morning recess is a great time to discover what happens when you puff on a dandelion.
10:15 a.m.
After recess, it's time for some math.
11:15 a.m.
Lunch in family style is fun!
12:40 p.m.
Afternoons are busy with projects and hands-on work in a range of subjects.
1:00 p.m.
We often conduct research outdoors and bring back samples for further study.
1:30 p.m.
Planting and caring for nature are great ways to learn about science.
2:00 p.m.
The Lower School Gym is a great place for indoor PE.
2:15 p.m.
We love spending time on our outdoor climbing wall during Principia Adventure sessions.
2:30 p.m.
On Wednesdays, we have After-School Enrichment where we build with Legos, create artwork, and learn sports.
2:45 p.m.
By the time we get to grades 4 and 5, we all learn how to play a band instrument.
2:50 p.m.
In the art studio, we often create multimedia pieces that relate to our study of science or social studies.
3:00 p.m.
Sí, hablamos español! All Lower School students learn Spanish weekly.
3:30 p.m.
We can’t wait for another day of learning with friends.