Tessellations Open House Questions by Jenny Chellapilla https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm Please post your questions below in the relevant category/column without duplicating others'. You can upvote existing questions so we know which ones are popular. en-us 2021-11-10 15:05:41 UTC 2026-02-27 10:43:35 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-uploads.storage.googleapis.com/1449538173/97d7a4d1f012c03ecdaf2a49cdf8398f/newlogo.PNG jennychellapilla https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885667202 What is your homework policy?]]> 2021-11-12 02:50:16 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885667202 How do you approach explaining giftedness to children? How do you make sure it doesn't give them sense of entitlement / being better than others? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885845928 2021-11-12 04:29:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885845928 Is there a parent component of the QA? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846272 2021-11-12 04:30:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846272 What are basic school hours? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846292 2021-11-12 04:30:02 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846292 do you currently have any dyslexic learners? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846494 2021-11-12 04:30:11 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846494 When/how do we schedule the assessment with Anne? We have just gone through a series of sessions at the Summit center and learned that our son is gifted and possibly 2E. https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846628 2021-11-12 04:30:18 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846628 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846637 Class size for kindergarten and how many have been filled so far ]]> 2021-11-12 04:30:18 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846637 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846665 Would it still be possible to assess in person? Our child is shy and the zoom meeting may not provide environment for a close connection. The child may refuse to talk and walk away. I think close connection and talking are key steps to understand the child]]> 2021-11-12 04:30:19 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846665 How much do you focus on physical health of children? How much PE do kids have, and do you prioritize educating them about importance of physical activity in their lives? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846744 2021-11-12 04:30:23 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846744 Where can we find the cost for after school clubs & after care cost? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846803 2021-11-12 04:30:25 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846803 Language immersion opportunities? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846826 2021-11-12 04:30:26 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846826 Do you offer shuttles to and from your campus ? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846855 2021-11-12 04:30:27 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846855 Is there a plan for opening a high school? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846883 2021-11-12 04:30:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846883 We have finished the pre-screening. How to make an appointment for the assessment and parent interview? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846885 2021-11-12 04:30:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846885 Do you offer math courses beyond Calculus? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846897 2021-11-12 04:30:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846897 How many students do you currently have in each grade? How many openings do you anticipate to have in 4th grade next year https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846899 2021-11-12 04:30:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846899 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846912 Can you elaborate on rolling acceptance? Does that mean acceptance for September?

]]> 2021-11-12 04:30:30 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846912 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846954 How do you take into consideration children who are bilingual?]]> 2021-11-12 04:30:32 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846954 Are there any minimum days? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846976 2021-11-12 04:30:33 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885846976 Is music a part of your curriculum, and if so, can you describe? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847051 2021-11-12 04:30:37 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847051 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847069 What is the deadline for admission?]]> 2021-11-12 04:30:38 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847069 How does is Tessellations different from other gifted schools in the Bay Area? Helios, Nueva. https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847121 2021-11-12 04:30:40 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847121 How do you approach 2E kids? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847166 2021-11-12 04:30:42 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847166 When you say you have rolling admissions, does that mean we can still apply for the current school year? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847251 2021-11-12 04:30:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847251 Is Tessellations school accredited? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847346 2021-11-12 04:30:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847346 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847461 How is your school different from other gifted schools in the area?]]> 2021-11-12 04:30:54 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847461 When will admission decisions be available? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847548 2021-11-12 04:30:58 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847548 Class size for 5th, 6th, 7th? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847695 2021-11-12 04:31:05 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847695 Competitive sports? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847735 2021-11-12 04:31:07 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847735 How long after we complete pre-screening application steps can we expect to hear back? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847910 2021-11-12 04:31:15 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885847910 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848148 Does (and if yes, how) the curriculum differ from other Gifted schools in the bay area (such as Helios)?]]> 2021-11-12 04:31:24 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848148 Do you have a specific or several programs from which you draw? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848213 2021-11-12 04:31:27 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848213 How many spots available in 1st and 3rd grade? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848306 2021-11-12 04:31:31 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848306 There is average student to teacher ratio, can you give concrete examples of what it actually looks like during different parts of the day? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848376 2021-11-12 04:31:34 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848376 How many open spaces to do expect in First grade for 2022-23 year? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848541 2021-11-12 04:31:42 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848541 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848645 Where do graduate students go for high school typically?]]> 2021-11-12 04:31:47 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848645 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848653 Is base camp included in tuition?]]> 2021-11-12 04:31:47 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848653 Curriculum https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848703 Group work -- how do you ensure that all students have a minimum level of understanding of the topic at hand and each child has an equal contribution to the project?]]> 2021-11-12 04:31:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848703 At middle school level, are there grades/evaluations? do the classes they take fit into high school curriculum later on? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848769 2021-11-12 04:31:52 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885848769 Teacher / Student Ratio https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885849820 The teacher / student ratio is 1:5, which is much lower than many other private schools. Is the ratio for both K and elementary and middle school? Also Is the school project based learning program? Will we have homework and tests? And do we focus on kids' reaching capability?

]]> 2021-11-12 04:32:40 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885849820 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885850035 Can you share class size?

]]> 2021-11-12 04:32:50 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885850035 SEL for 6-8th grade https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885850490 What is the SEL curriculum for the 6-8th grade? How is it implemented and integrated in their daily learning? Thanks.]]> 2021-11-12 04:33:12 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885850490 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885850701 Any music programs or extra-curricular?]]> 2021-11-12 04:33:20 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885850701 We are relocating from out-of-state? Is there any application steps that need physical presence mandatorily? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885850940 2021-11-12 04:33:31 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885850940 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885852111 After acceptance, how long do parents get to decide/ accept the spot? ]]> 2021-11-12 04:34:16 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885852111 If our child got an assessment from Linda Powers Leviton, can we use that one? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885852557 2021-11-12 04:34:37 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885852557 I'm a little concerned about the focus on the individual in the upper-grade humanities approach to identity. Can you elaborate on how you draw children into stronger community? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885853106 2021-11-12 04:35:03 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885853106 How many open spots for 3rd and 5th grades at the moment? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885853240 2021-11-12 04:35:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885853240 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885854070 You mentioned you are early in your journey as an independent school. Does the school require additional capital infusion in the next year or two or will the tuition from a full enrollment will make it self-sustaining? ]]> 2021-11-12 04:35:47 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885854070 How do you individualize math curriculum as I can imagine you have a wide range of levels? Do middle school students work on online AoPS during class and the teacher does pullout? Or is it more lecture/project based? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885854298 2021-11-12 04:35:57 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885854298 Do you admit siblings, or do you evaluate each child separately? Does it happen that one child in the family is admitted and the other is not? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885854866 2021-11-12 04:36:23 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885854866 Do you give grades, or qualitative reports? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885855585 2021-11-12 04:36:55 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885855585 Any plan to open high school? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885858110 2021-11-12 04:38:49 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885858110 Do you have any children with ADHD? How well do they do at Tessellations? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885858383 2021-11-12 04:39:00 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885858383 How do you address perfectionism? Fostering Resilience? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885859162 2021-11-12 04:39:36 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885859162 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885859628 I thought tuition was 15k. Is this incorrect?]]> 2021-11-12 04:39:57 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885859628 I'm interested in having the GQA for my kid regardless of admission. Can we schedule the GQA before we are pre-screened? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885862062 2021-11-12 04:41:44 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885862062 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885862367 Will we be informed even if we are not selected after the initial application?]]> 2021-11-12 04:41:53 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885862367 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885862989 How do you ensure equality in the school given some families can donate more than others? How does it ensure kids on financial aid are treated equally than a child of one of the founding families ? ]]> 2021-11-12 04:42:22 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885862989 How do you help kids with highly competitive mindsets to be social with peers? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885863142 2021-11-12 04:42:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885863142 How long does it take from the initial application until the GQA? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885868650 2021-11-12 04:46:46 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885868650 Is this recording available for partners who couldn't make it tonight? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885870767 2021-11-12 04:48:26 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885870767 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885872686 How prepared are kids for high school, given that they have such a benevolent atmosphere in Tessellations?]]> 2021-11-12 04:49:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885872686 do you prefer the parent is present or available for the GQA or is it ideal for the child to be alone? should we be directing children to stay on task of questions or only intervene if asked to? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885874380 2021-11-12 04:51:06 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885874380 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885876157 What if the qa result shows the child is not gifted?]]> 2021-11-12 04:52:23 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885876157 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885882999 How long is each class period? ]]> 2021-11-12 04:57:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885882999 how are students that have been traumatized by prior school experiences supported to both feel safe and to feel like this experience will be different. a shadow experience would be ideal...what are alternatives to this to help support a child's fears or uncertainties? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885886801 2021-11-12 05:00:39 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885886801 Do you do additional fundraising during the year & how are parents expected to participate in the process? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885888016 2021-11-12 05:01:38 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885888016 How do you offer differentiated learning for kids are are highly gifted in science? If a K or 1st grade aged child was years ahead and was deep diving into a certain area, how will they be supported ? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885888118 2021-11-12 05:01:40 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885888118 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885889763 We understand that you are not a 2e school, but could minor accommodations be made for a child with a mild learning disability (i.e. needing to type out written assignments versus handwriting them out)?]]> 2021-11-12 05:03:04 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885889763 Do you have extra supervision/ support staff for nature campus, hikes, etc? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885890944 2021-11-12 05:04:06 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885890944 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885892262 There is no contact person at admissions. No phone no - just an email. It would help to speak to a admission person - a human ]]> 2021-11-12 05:05:14 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885892262 does training in mindfulness have a place in your SEL program? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885893536 2021-11-12 05:06:21 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885893536 What are the various avenues for parent teacher communication? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885895325 2021-11-12 05:07:54 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885895325 Has the school hired support staff like counselors for supporting the unique needs/ challenges of gifted children if needed and for helping teachers support the children as needed with emotional/ behavioral challenges? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885895474 2021-11-12 05:08:02 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885895474 How much screen time (ipads, computers) do kids in K and grades 2,3,4 get? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885896845 2021-11-12 05:09:08 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885896845 If a child is more motivated by reading and history rather than math, is there enrichment for them? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885900097 2021-11-12 05:11:30 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885900097 What training do teachers get on a regular basis for supporting professional development and to help them support and understand the unique needs of these kids? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885900852 2021-11-12 05:12:06 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885900852 I'm curious about the extent of computer use in classes? we have experienced the greater dependence on computers for learning during the pandemic to be a net negative. https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885901575 2021-11-12 05:12:43 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885901575 What are the characteristics you look for in the teachers you hire? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885911896 2021-11-12 05:20:54 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885911896 Are learning journeys created afresh every year (for the same grade), or are they re-used? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885915205 2021-11-12 05:23:30 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885915205 How much outdoor time do kids get on daily basis (other than nature campus day)? Are any classes other than PE held outdoors? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885927595 2021-11-12 05:33:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885927595 Do you currently have any kids with mild ADHD? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885929265 2021-11-12 05:35:21 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885929265 How many days are in a school year? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885931819 2021-11-12 05:37:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885931819 Are there summer programs? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885932074 2021-11-12 05:37:43 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885932074 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885936331 Does the school day start at 8:15 even for middle schoolers?]]> 2021-11-12 05:41:09 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885936331 Field trips? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885940267 2021-11-12 05:44:33 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885940267 Does the whole school camp together -- as in kids from different grades at the same time? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885944414 2021-11-12 05:48:01 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885944414 Curriculum Qs: Can you elaborate on SWI methodology used? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885946006 2021-11-12 05:49:19 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885946006 can parents volunteer to join on the camping trip? what happens if a child is scared to go alone? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885959549 2021-11-12 06:00:48 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885959549 This has been amazing to get a deep dive like this. Thank you! https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885959683 2021-11-12 06:00:56 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885959683 are all homeroom teachers credentialed https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885961540 2021-11-12 06:02:29 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885961540 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885963416 Do you do annual performance evaluation / feedback etc for the staff ? ]]> 2021-11-12 06:04:06 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885963416 How does the school ensure safety against abuse during overnight camping trips? https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885966720 2021-11-12 06:06:43 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885966720 https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885970014 Outdoor education is very unique comparing to other schools. Is this designed for the need of gifted children?]]> 2021-11-12 06:09:25 UTC https://padlet.com/jennychellapilla/z8fob61b4f0jklgm/wish/1885970014