The Importance of Reading

Maura Rice Reading to Class

CONGRESSIONAL SCHOOL BLOG The Importance of Reading in Early Childhood and Beyond By Maura Rice, Junior Kindergarten Teacher Reading is the key to life. I vividly remember my father saying…

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The Rhythm of a Folk Dance

Kids dancing

CONGRESSIONAL SCHOOL BLOG The Rhythm of a Folk Dance A Look Inside Music Class in Primary School An interview with Lisa Bicksel, Infant – 3rd Grade Music Teacher Visit a primary…

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Highway to High School

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CONGRESSIONAL SCHOOL BLOG Highway to High School Helping 8th Graders Find the “Right-Fit” High School For middle school students, the transition to high school is an exciting time in their…

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Culminating with Capstones

Student talking

CONGRESSIONAL SCHOOL BLOG Culminating with Capstones The Capstone Project was introduced to the 8th grade curriculum in 2017 as an opportunity for students to produce a major body of work that taps…

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Right On the Money

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CONGRESSIONAL SCHOOL BLOG Right On the Money A Guide for Parents as They Look to Finance a Private School Education You’re a parent. You’ve been considering a private school education…

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Chincoteague Bay Field Study

Students hands-on environmental education

CONGRESSIONAL SCHOOL BLOG Chincoteague Bay Field Study 7th graders venture out on an inspiring ecological study of a wildlife refuge Written in Collaboration with Brent Hinrichs, Associate Head of School and…

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How to Choose the Right School

Kids learning while playing

CONGRESSIONAL SCHOOL BLOG How to Choose the Right School A Guide for Parents as They Search for the Perfect-Fit School for Their Child Every child has unique interests, social and…

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