2018-2019 School Profile

2018-2019 School Proﬁle

Founded in 2001, Headwaters • Springs Campus (Early Childhood) in South Austin at 6305 Manchaca Road School is an independent school • Creek Campus (Elementary) in Southwest Austin in Austin, Texas serving students at 9607 Brodie Lane from early childhood through • River Campus (Middle and High School) in Downtown Austin at 807 Rio Grande Street grade 12. Our current enrollment Shuttle service offered between Creek and is 550 students. River Campuses. Peace Education and Mindfulness Each fall, our Early and Upper Elementary students choose a hero from history to research. This work culminates in a performance event during which each child Peace Education is paramount to us. We believe that dresses up like his/her chosen hero and shares a brief performance with the the best way for children to learn about the power of Elementary community. peaceful, healthy communication and conﬂict resolution is through practice. We dedicate time to the ongoing CULTURE: HEROES OF THE PAST Elementary teaching of communication skills, from discussions with Montessori Foundation, the whole class to one-on-one coaching. As children International Baccalaureate® Diploma progress through each grade level, they acquire increasingly sophisticated tools for problem-solving, and The Montessori curriculum in our Early Childhood and Elementary students are encouraged to practice utilizing these programs is the foundation that leads to our International tools. Academically, we examine and celebrate peace ® Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, and sets us apart from leaders and movements throughout history. every other school in Austin. Both Montessori and IB share Student-Teacher Ratios a dedication to growing compassionate global citizens who are self-directed, lifelong learners. The mission of the International We explore mindfulness at each level at Headwaters. Baccalaureate is “to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring Young Children’s Community By sharing periods of intentional silence as a class, young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world (ages 18 months to 3 years): both students and guides are able to set an intention through intercultural understanding and respect.” This is exactly for the class, self-regulate emotions, and feel more what Maria Montessori hoped to create with her “Cosmic connected to their surroundings. Centering has Education” – a way of helping children learn who they are both become a powerful mindfulness practice in the Middle and High School by moments of silence or guided as individuals and as part of the global community. 13 students 3 teachers meditation allowing one to calm the mind and body in an effort to better focus on what's inside and outside Calendar Headwaters School Purpose, Promise, and Pact your body. In fact, every class in the Middle and High School starts with centering, often led by a student. We are inspired, organized, and guided by our Purpose, Promise, Primary (ages 3-5): Middle and High School Campus and Pact. These ideas serve as the foundation for our daily work. 38 weeks In school year (including one week Student Body of exams and one week of student-planned Our Purpose Our Promise • The Headwaters Early Childhood program experiential learning) serves 125 students, ages 18 months to Pre-K. We cultivate We guide our students to 25 students 3 teachers 2 semesters Fall and Spring identity formation, live authentically, • The Elementary School serves 190 students in Kindergarten through grade 5. foster empathy, and think expansively, 5 days/week A/B day schedule for eight periods with advisory meetings 4 days a week and an embrace diversity • The Middle and High School serves 235 students and create bravely. Elementary (K-5th): in grades 6 through 12. This number includes assembly once a week to bring more 16 international students from seven countries peace to the world. including Brazil, China, France, Mexico, Russia, 7.5 hours Length of school day Senegal, and Vietnam. Our Pact • Fifteen percent of our student body receives We invite our students, guides, staff, parents, and trustees to be: 27 students 2 teachers tuition assistance. Early Childhood and Elementary School Campuses

Peacemakers. As we learn to resolve conﬂicts, we 38 weeks In school year demonstrate compassion, grace, skill, and courage. We take Middle and High School: 2 semesters Fall and Spring responsibility for our actions. The Headwaters Forward is an annual trip during which Headwaters staff and students from the Middle and High School Advocates. We strive to understand and value diverse spend several days playing and bonding in the beautiful Texas LENGTH OF SCHOOL DAY: Hill Country. This trip is one of the most memorable experiences perspectives, cultures, and faiths. We recognize our agency and 4 hours Early Childhood 1/2-Day Program act with integrity in pursuit of a more just and equitable society. 13:1 student to staff advisor ratio – of the school year, and we consider it to be an important part our Middle and High School programs of the Headwaters curriculum. 7 hours Early Childhood/Elementary Full-Day Program Creators. Curiosity, wonder, and the creative process are have 30-36 students per grade level essential to a fulﬁlling life. We discover ourselves and our voices CULTURE: THE FORWARD Middle and High School by taking intellectual and artistic risks.

Thinkers. As self-directed learners, we approach education Headwaters by the Numbers with intention. We use observation, research, and reason to explore FACULTY AND STAFF problems that matter to us, our community, and the world. Since 2012, our graduates have received more than more than $19 million in scholarship offers. Full-Time Faculty 91 and Staff Members SAT SUMMARY RESULTS FOR CLASS OF 2017 AND CLASS OF 2018 CULTURE: STUDENT-LED CONFERENCES Middle and High School Section Middle 50% Mean Part-Time Faculty Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 570-700 660 9 and Staff Members Twice each year, Middle and High School students reﬂect on their academic and Mathematics 550-700 640 social progress in collaboration with their advisor and parents. Students examine and Average years of faculty consider their goals for the year and present their insights to these caring adults. Total 1150-1380 1310 12.75 and staff experience Peace Education and Mindfulness Each fall, our Early and Upper Elementary students choose a hero from history to research. This work culminates in a performance event during which each child Peace Education is paramount to us. We believe that dresses up like his/her chosen hero and shares a brief performance with the the best way for children to learn about the power of Elementary community. peaceful, healthy communication and conﬂict resolution is through practice. We dedicate time to the ongoing CULTURE: HEROES OF THE PAST Elementary teaching of communication skills, from discussions with Montessori Foundation, the whole class to one-on-one coaching. As children International Baccalaureate® Diploma progress through each grade level, they acquire increasingly sophisticated tools for problem-solving, and The Montessori curriculum in our Early Childhood and Elementary students are encouraged to practice utilizing these programs is the foundation that leads to our International tools. Academically, we examine and celebrate peace ® Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, and sets us apart from leaders and movements throughout history. every other school in Austin. Both Montessori and IB share Student-Teacher Ratios a dedication to growing compassionate global citizens who are self-directed, lifelong learners. The mission of the International We explore mindfulness at each level at Headwaters. Baccalaureate is “to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring Young Children’s Community By sharing periods of intentional silence as a class, young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world (ages 18 months to 3 years): both students and guides are able to set an intention through intercultural understanding and respect.” This is exactly for the class, self-regulate emotions, and feel more what Maria Montessori hoped to create with her “Cosmic connected to their surroundings. Centering has Education” – a way of helping children learn who they are both become a powerful mindfulness practice in the Middle and High School by moments of silence or guided as individuals and as part of the global community. 13 students 3 teachers meditation allowing one to calm the mind and body in an effort to better focus on what's inside and outside Calendar Headwaters School Purpose, Promise, and Pact your body. In fact, every class in the Middle and High School starts with centering, often led by a student. We are inspired, organized, and guided by our Purpose, Promise, Primary (ages 3-5): Middle and High School Campus and Pact. These ideas serve as the foundation for our daily work. 38 weeks In school year (including one week Student Body of exams and one week of student-planned Our Purpose Our Promise • The Headwaters Early Childhood program experiential learning) serves 125 students, ages 18 months to Pre-K. We cultivate We guide our students to 25 students 3 teachers 2 semesters Fall and Spring identity formation, live authentically, • The Elementary School serves 190 students in Kindergarten through grade 5. foster empathy, and think expansively, 5 days/week A/B day schedule for eight periods with advisory meetings 4 days a week and an embrace diversity • The Middle and High School serves 235 students and create bravely. Elementary (K-5th): in grades 6 through 12. This number includes assembly once a week to bring more 16 international students from seven countries peace to the world. including Brazil, China, France, Mexico, Russia, 7.5 hours Length of school day Senegal, and Vietnam. Our Pact • Fifteen percent of our student body receives We invite our students, guides, staff, parents, and trustees to be: 27 students 2 teachers tuition assistance. Early Childhood and Elementary School Campuses

Thinkers. As self-directed learners, we approach education Headwaters by the Numbers with intention. We use observation, research, and reason to explore FACULTY AND STAFF problems that matter to us, our community, and the world. Since 2012, our graduates have received more than more than $19 million in scholarship offers. Full-Time Faculty 91 and Staff Members SAT SUMMARY RESULTS FOR CLASS OF 2017 AND CLASS OF 2018 CULTURE: STUDENT-LED CONFERENCES Middle and High School Section Middle 50% Mean Part-Time Faculty Evidence-Based Reading and Writing 570-700 660 9 and Staff Members Twice each year, Middle and High School students reflect on their academic and Mathematics 550-700 640 social progress in collaboration with their advisor and parents. Students examine and Average years of faculty consider their goals for the year and present their insights to these caring adults. Total 1150-1380 1310 12.75 and staff experience Each spring, our Upper Elementary students prepare a feast, At the foundation of our academic structure provide entertainment, and host a celebration for their families, in the Middle and High School is our Advisory Academics centered around a chosen continent. curriculum, which creates a small-scale High School Academics support structure for academic and personal success. Each student in our Middle and High CULTURE: CULTURAL DINNER Elementary In our high school, we believe that student agency is important for authentic learning. Our teachers are guides, pointing students in the right School is a member of a peer Advisory group Early Childhood Academics with 12-16 other students. The Advisor serves direction and giving them the resources to find their way while being as a first point of communication between careful not to limit their pursuits and interests. We promote collaboration Young Children’s Community (YCC) Elementary Academics a child’s teachers and their family. Our Montessori YCC curriculum falls into and communication, depth over breadth, and genuine engagement. three general categories: practical life, language The lessons of self-sufficiency and self-advocacy learned in ninth and tenth Our Montessori Elementary program builds upon children’s grades coalesce in our International Baccalaureate (IB) program for juniors CULTURE: ADVISORY Middle and High School acquisition, and development of coordinated innate curiosity about the world and encourages independent movement. and seniors. All of this is supported with intentional community building, a and collaborative projects within and outside of the carefully robust advisory program, and a personalized college counseling experience. prepared classroom. Through a combination of group and individual Children are drawn to the daily practical life lessons, hands-on materials, and inquiry, we guide the children to High School students take four years of study in English, Social Studies, work, which falls into three main categories: explore different areas of the curriculum and topics of interest. Care of Self, Care of the Environment, and Science, Mathematics, Language Acquisition, and the Arts. All 11th and 12th Grace and Courtesy. grade students can choose from a variety of International Baccalaureate Children move from one level of mastery to another as they course offerings. See all courses at headwaters.org/catalog. navigate the materials and curricula. They are able to advance The children enjoy singing together, reading at their own pace. A child may quickly master one concept Every year we offer a number of academic and leadership club and books, and reciting short poems. They develop and need to spend a longer amount of time on another. a wide range of motor control and eye-hand activity options. Current offerings include National Honor Society, Model United Nations, Outdoor Leadership, Bioneers, Honor Council, Admissions coordination through the use of well-crafted, We document the children’s progression through the curriculum child-proportioned materials. Council, and the Community Leader program. Our College Planning with a combination of student recordkeeping and portfolio program has resulted in a 96% college acceptance rate. maintenance as well as teacher observation, evaluation, and Primary recordkeeping to ensure all academic goals are met. Our Montessori Primary curriculum includes a wide range of interconnected, age-appropriate Special attention is given to navigating social interactions, learning materials, in the areas of Practical Life, bringing consciousness toward personal rights and accountability, Language, Handwriting, Mathematics, Science, and support in navigating effective problem-solving strategies Credits Required for Graduation Geography, Culture, and the Arts. and practices. English: 4 credits Yearly Participation in Curriculum lessons are given individually or Each classroom regularly visits our campus library for research Foreign Language: 4 credits Advisory and Project Week in small group settings. Each lesson is designed and for recreational reading. Special classes each week include to isolate a particular concept and facilitate the Spanish, Music, Art, Gardening, and P.E. Early and Upper Elementary Social Studies: 4 credits Physical Activity: skills of order, concentration, coordination, classrooms are equipped with computers for the introduction Science: 4 credits 1 credit for 9th and 10th Grade; and independence. of technology usage and online research. 1 credit for 11th and 12th Grade Math: 4 credits Special attention is given to navigating social (as part of IB Creativity-Activity-Service hours) interactions, developing respect for others and Arts: 4 credits care of one’s emotional self, and support in Middle School Academics Community Service: Theory of Knowledge: 2 credits navigating effective problem-solving strategies We work hard in our middle school to create an environment 25 hours per year for 9th and 10th Grade; and practices. The Primary years lay a solid that allows students to be curious, take risks, stretch their limits, IB Extended Essay: 0.5 credit 25 hours per year for 11th and 12th Grade foundation for a lifelong love of learning, and make mistakes. We believe that the job of our guides is College Planning: 0.5 credit (as part of IB Creativity-Activity-Service hours) optimism, and positive personal growth. not to simply impart knowledge, but to help students to make meaning from knowledge. Most of all, we believe that joy is a key component of learning, and we work to help students maintain that spark as they navigate these middle school years.

Middle School students study English, Social Studies, Science, Mathematics, Language Acquisition, Wellness, Study Skills, City as Classroom P.E., and the Arts. Classes like Middle School Orientation help students develop study skills and organizational habits early as Our River Campus (Middle and High we encourage students to have a healthy school/life balance. School) is blocks from the State See all courses at headwaters.org/catalog. Capitol, City Hall, Shoal Creek, Waller CULTURE: PROJECT WEEK Middle and High School Creek, Lake Austin, and the business district. We view this location as an We have several student leadership opportunities in the During Project Week each spring, each incredible asset to our programs Middle School, including Honor Council, Admissions Council, Middle and High School student creates a and Community Leader programs. today and in the future. Our vision for project of their choice from conception to the River Campus is an upper school completion. Students are supported in finding program that is deeply integrated a topic of interest to study independently with civic, tech, environmental, and CULTURE: GATES OF LIFE Early Childhood and Elementary or in a small group, and are then allotted an service opportunities for our students entire week to execute the project of their beyond the walls of our schools. choice. The week culminates in students “An ending is but another beginning. Rejoice all ye who pass through these gates...” We believe this creates a unique presenting their work to the community. At the end of each school year, Early Childhood and Elementary students participate in opportunity for our students and Past projects have included internships, a graduation ceremony to celebrate those students who are moving on to a new sets Headwaters apart. community service, global travel experiences, class the following year. filmmaking, in-depth research, and more. Each spring, our Upper Elementary students prepare a feast, At the foundation of our academic structure provide entertainment, and host a celebration for their families, in the Middle and High School is our Advisory Academics centered around a chosen continent. curriculum, which creates a small-scale High School Academics support structure for academic and personal success. Each student in our Middle and High CULTURE: CULTURAL DINNER Elementary In our high school, we believe that student agency is important for authentic learning. Our teachers are guides, pointing students in the right School is a member of a peer Advisory group Early Childhood Academics with 12-16 other students. The Advisor serves direction and giving them the resources to find their way while being as a first point of communication between careful not to limit their pursuits and interests. We promote collaboration Young Children’s Community (YCC) Elementary Academics a child’s teachers and their family. Our Montessori YCC curriculum falls into and communication, depth over breadth, and genuine engagement. three general categories: practical life, language The lessons of self-sufficiency and self-advocacy learned in ninth and tenth Our Montessori Elementary program builds upon children’s grades coalesce in our International Baccalaureate (IB) program for juniors CULTURE: ADVISORY Middle and High School acquisition, and development of coordinated innate curiosity about the world and encourages independent movement. and seniors. All of this is supported with intentional community building, a and collaborative projects within and outside of the carefully robust advisory program, and a personalized college counseling experience. prepared classroom. Through a combination of group and individual Children are drawn to the daily practical life lessons, hands-on materials, and inquiry, we guide the children to High School students take four years of study in English, Social Studies, work, which falls into three main categories: explore different areas of the curriculum and topics of interest. Care of Self, Care of the Environment, and Science, Mathematics, Language Acquisition, and the Arts. All 11th and 12th Grace and Courtesy. grade students can choose from a variety of International Baccalaureate Children move from one level of mastery to another as they course offerings. See all courses at headwaters.org/catalog. navigate the materials and curricula. They are able to advance The children enjoy singing together, reading at their own pace. A child may quickly master one concept Every year we offer a number of academic and leadership club and books, and reciting short poems. They develop and need to spend a longer amount of time on another. a wide range of motor control and eye-hand activity options. Current offerings include National Honor Society, Model United Nations, Outdoor Leadership, Bioneers, Honor Council, Admissions coordination through the use of well-crafted, We document the children’s progression through the curriculum child-proportioned materials. Council, and the Community Leader program. Our College Planning with a combination of student recordkeeping and portfolio program has resulted in a 96% college acceptance rate. maintenance as well as teacher observation, evaluation, and Primary recordkeeping to ensure all academic goals are met. Our Montessori Primary curriculum includes a wide range of interconnected, age-appropriate Special attention is given to navigating social interactions, learning materials, in the areas of Practical Life, bringing consciousness toward personal rights and accountability, Language, Handwriting, Mathematics, Science, and support in navigating effective problem-solving strategies Credits Required for Graduation Geography, Culture, and the Arts. and practices. English: 4 credits Yearly Participation in Curriculum lessons are given individually or Each classroom regularly visits our campus library for research Foreign Language: 4 credits Advisory and Project Week in small group settings. Each lesson is designed and for recreational reading. Special classes each week include to isolate a particular concept and facilitate the Spanish, Music, Art, Gardening, and P.E. Early and Upper Elementary Social Studies: 4 credits Physical Activity: skills of order, concentration, coordination, classrooms are equipped with computers for the introduction Science: 4 credits 1 credit for 9th and 10th Grade; and independence. of technology usage and online research. 1 credit for 11th and 12th Grade Math: 4 credits Special attention is given to navigating social (as part of IB Creativity-Activity-Service hours) interactions, developing respect for others and Arts: 4 credits care of one’s emotional self, and support in Middle School Academics Community Service: Theory of Knowledge: 2 credits navigating effective problem-solving strategies We work hard in our middle school to create an environment 25 hours per year for 9th and 10th Grade; and practices. The Primary years lay a solid that allows students to be curious, take risks, stretch their limits, IB Extended Essay: 0.5 credit 25 hours per year for 11th and 12th Grade foundation for a lifelong love of learning, and make mistakes. We believe that the job of our guides is College Planning: 0.5 credit (as part of IB Creativity-Activity-Service hours) optimism, and positive personal growth. not to simply impart knowledge, but to help students to make meaning from knowledge. Most of all, we believe that joy is a key component of learning, and we work to help students maintain that spark as they navigate these middle school years.

® ® Elementary School campuses. Parents and children from each program gather together to sing We are an International Baccalaureate World School offering the IB Diploma Programme. The International Baccalaureate songs that the children have learned. In the fall semester, the theme is Halloween, and in the is an academically challenging and balanced program of education that prepares students for success at university and beyond. spring semester, the theme is Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy. It has been designed to address the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical well-being of students. Students can participate either as full IB diploma candidates or as individual course certiﬁcate candidates. Like us, the International Baccalaureate® values character development as its core purpose. CULTURE: SINGING SONGS GATHERINGS Early Childhood and Elementary

The Diploma Programme ensures that students make connections across traditional academic disciplines and explore the nature of knowledge through the unique Theory of Knowledge course; undertake in-depth research into an area of interest through the lens of one or more academic disciplines in the Extended Essay; and enhance their personal and interpersonal development Visual Arts through Creativity-Activity-Service (CAS) hours. See all the details about Headwaters and the IB at headwaters.org/ib. Visual arts are an important focus at Headwaters School. Music Accreditation In our Middle and High School, Headwaters offers beginner Music is an integral part of Headwaters School curriculum. to advanced classes in studio art (painting, drawing, Headwaters School is accredited by the Texas Association of Accredited Private Schools (TAAPS), which is a TEA-endorsed State and printmaking), filmmaking, and digital photography. In our Middle and High School, the music program covers accreditation agency. TAAPS is a member of TEPSAC, the State governing body of private school accreditation associations. The purpose of the Arts programs at Headwaters School almost every instrument and offers courses from beginning is to provide opportunities for our students to develop music to IB Music. We focus on learning jazz and skills in creative problem solving; to practice a craft with improvisation. While students do gain important fundamental dedication; and to express thoughts, ideas, and feelings skills such as sight reading and scales, the main intention about the world. In the Middle School we offer semester-long of the program is creativity and improvisation. Student introductory classes so that students can try a variety of performers learn to create music from within themselves, modalities. In the High School, many courses are year-long not just to recreate notes from a page. and evolve into advanced skills. We recognize the importance of creative thinking in life and in all professional positions, Our Elementary students experience music classes each Beyond Academics and therefore require students to study in the Arts every week that follow the Orff teaching philosophy. This philosophy year at Headwaters. presents lessons with an element of play to allow children to Athletics and Physical Education explore singing and playing instruments incorporated with Our Elementary students have weekly art classes that movement and dance in nearly every class. Through imitation, All Middle and High School students have the opportunity encompass the elements of art, principles of design, then exploration,the class “orchestra” moves towards musical to participate in an after-school sports program. Teams Outdoor Leadership art history, and an introduction to various materials, experiences where multisensory learning and high compete in a league with other schools in the Austin Private techniques, and processes. Each year the children engagement can be readily observed. School Association and other local leagues. We offer flag Our High School Outdoor Leadership program focuses experience working with a wide variety of media, including football, volleyball, basketball, and soccer. Middle School on leadership, environmental awareness, and specialized drawing, painting, printmaking, clay, sculpture, and crafts. For our Early Childhood students, music is woven into the students take a daily P.E. class along with a series of outdoor skills. Outdoor Leadership provides opportunities All lessons incorporate critical thinking and problem solving day with songs during circle time and songs announcing wellness seminars. High School students independently for students to discover their innate leadership ability skills, while fostering individual creativity. There is an art transitions, such as departure when we say goodbye, or a complete a Physical Education credit each year, including and build self-confidence and a sense of connection to open studio at the end of each school year to showcase song to signify the time to clean up worksand come to sit at any team sports in which they compete. people and nature. Specialized skills taught through this the children’s artwork. circle. We also use instruments such as guitar or bells, and program include a level of expertise in at least one area, sometimes, we even have parades with different instruments In our Elementary Physical Education program, our goal is including minimal-impact camping, backpacking, canoeing, Our Early Childhood programs place a deep emphasis from the percussion family. Songs at circle time range from to guide each child to possess the healthiest body, spirit, kayaking, caving, rock climbing, and nature appreciation on art and creative expression. Art is a way for children to fun songs to songs that teach important lessons around and mind possible. Elementary students have P.E. classes (botany, bird watching, etc.), where students lead their own communicate their feelings as well as develop their fine social and emotional growth. three times a week, and learn cooperative and team-building trips in their area of specialty. Students also master motor skills. In the Montessori environment, open-ended games, as well as basic individual skills that involve gross wilderness first aid and CPR. art activities are provided to help children explore and use motor movement, ball handling, and hand-eye coordination. their creativity. Elementary students also have daily recess. Middle School students have the ability to participate in Theatre Arts Outdoor Leadership during the P.E. period. “If we try to think back to the dim and distant past... Engaging in a theatre arts program teaches leadership, Primary students have weekly Movement Education classes what is it that helps us reconstruct those times, and to self-confidence, teamwork, and creativity. and daily outdoor time. Our movement education groups On our Elementary campus, students can participate in an picture the lives of those who lived in them? It is their art... include elements of a P.E. class but are based largely on the Outdoor Leadership Club that utilizes our 10.7 acre nature It is thanks to the hand, the companion of the mind, that Our Middle and High School programs both offer principles of dance and movement therapy, which uses preserve across the street, complete with a low ropes – Dr. Maria Montessori an after-school theatre program that culminates in a challenge course. civilization has arisen.” movement to help further integrate the social, emotional, theatrical production. Students learn techniques in acting, physical, and cognitive aspects of a person. Students practice stage design, production, music, lighting, and costuming. mindfulness, learn to express feelings, build coping skills, and practice functioning in a group, all while exploring body Our Elementary program has an after-school theatre boundaries, dynamic movement, and static movement. club where students write scripts, develop plots, create sets, and act in their own productions.

CULTURE: PITSO Middle and High School CULTURE: ELEMENTARY TALENT SHOW Elementary

Pitso (pronounced PEET-so) is a Sesotho word (a dialect from Southern This annual spring tradition on our Elementary campus Africa) meaning “meeting of the people.” At our Middle and High School is a time where children can share their talents with the campus, Pitsos are held weekly, and all students attend. Performance community. Musical performances, magic tricks, hula Pitsos, at which students and staff members share their talents with hooping, joke telling, ballet, and more! the group, are some of the most memorable events of the year. ® International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program Singing Songs gatherings are events that happen each semester on our Early Childhood and

CULTURE: PITSO Middle and High School CULTURE: ELEMENTARY TALENT SHOW Elementary

Pitso (pronounced PEET-so) is a Sesotho word (a dialect from Southern This annual spring tradition on our Elementary campus Africa) meaning “meeting of the people.” At our Middle and High School is a time where children can share their talents with the campus, Pitsos are held weekly, and all students attend. Performance community. Musical performances, magic tricks, hula Pitsos, at which students and staff members share their talents with hooping, joke telling, ballet, and more! the group, are some of the most memorable events of the year. Life Beyond Our graduates have been accepted to the following colleges and universities, and have matriculated to the schools indicated with an asterisk.

Abilene Christian University* Connecticut College* La Salle University Rhodes College – Tulane University* University of North Texas* Memphis, Tennessee Academy of Art University Cornell College Lawrence University* Universidad del Valle de University of Oklahoma Rice University Agnes Scott College Cornell University* Lesley University México – Monterrey* University of Oregon* Richmond The American American University Davidson College Lewis & Clark College* Universiteit van Amsterdam* University of Portland* International University in London American University Denison College Linfield College University College Cork University of Puget Sound Rider University Honors Program DePaul University London Metropolitan University University College Dublin* University of Redlands* Ringling College of Art & Design University of Alabama American University of Paris* Dickinson College Long Island University Brooklyn University of Rochester* American University of Rome Rochester Institute of University of Alaska Southeast Dominican University Los Medanos College* Technology* University of San Diego Amherst College of California University of Arizona* Louisiana State University Rose-Hulman Institute University of San Francisco* Drew University University of Arkansas Angelo State University* Loyola Marymount University of Technology* University of Southern California Antioch College* Drexel University Loyola University New Orleans Rutgers University* University of British Columbia Viterbi School of Engineering* Arcadia University University of California at Duke University* Lubbock Christian University* San Diego State University* University of Southern California* Arizona State University Earlham College Berkeley University of Tampa Lynn University* San Francisco Art Institute University of California at Davis Arizona State University – Eastern Michigan University Macalester College San Francisco State University University of Texas at Arlington* Barrett, The Honors College University of California at Irvine Eckerd College Manhattanville College Santa Clara University University of Texas at Austin* Art Institute of Austin* University of California Elizabethtown College Marlboro College Santa Fe University of University of Texas at Austin at Los Angeles* Butler School of Music Art Institute of Dallas* Elon University* Art & Design* Maryland Institute College University of California Auburn University University of Texas at Austin Embry-Riddle Aeronautical of Art Sarah Lawrence College* at San Diego Cockrell School of Engineering* Austin College* University Savannah College of Massachusetts College University of California Austin Community College* Emerson College* of Pharmacy & Health* Art & Design* University of Texas at Austin at Santa Barbara* Dean’s Scholars Program* School of the Art Institute Baldwin Wallace University Emory & Henry College McDaniel College University of California Honors Program of Chicago* University of Texas at Austin Emory University McGill University at Santa Cruz* Plan II Honors Program* School of Visual Arts – New York Bard College University of Central Florida Evergreen State College* Merrimack College University of Texas at Schreiner University Bates College* Expressions College for Miami University, Oxford University of Cincinnati Austin Turing Scholars Seattle University* Honors Program* Baylor University* Digital Arts Michigan State University University of Colorado Sewanee: University of the South at Boulder Honors University of Texas at Dallas* Belmont University* Fairfield University Middlebury College Smith College* University of Colorado University of Texas at Beloit College* Fashion Institute of Design Midwestern State University and Merchandising* Southern Methodist University* at Boulder* San Antonio* Bennington College* Mills College* Flagler College Southern Oregon University University of Colorado University of Texas at Tyler* Berklee College of Music* Montana State University, at 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