Nancy Lang | Head of School

This week’s Cougar Chronicle highlights what I would call the “true fabric of TNS.” Each blog post is relevant to parents of students of all ages. Mary Sweeney writes about “Conscious Discipline,” our approach to discipline as learning in ECE. When discipline is more about learning than about punishment, it is more effective and enduring. Both Jade House and J.R. Neiswender write about the evolution and importance of reading as critical to lifelong learning.

Jack Sweeney | Director of Advancement 

Today is March 1st and to think almost a year ago, our whole world was turned upside down. Everything in our lives changed from wearing masks, to social distancing, to distance learning and much more. Our community has been resilient, made changes to our everyday lives and come together to keep The New School open. Yay to all of us!

Mary Sweeney | Head of Early Childhood

One of the favorites used in our young toddler classroom is:

Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star – for this ritual, it is important to be at your child’s level

Twinkle, twinkle little star,

What a wonderful child you are!

With bright eyes and nice round cheeks,

A talented person from head to feet.

Twinkle, twinkle little star

What a wonderful child you are!

Jade House | Head of K-6

Dr. Seuss week and Read Across America is March 1st - 5th.  We have many activities planned, including our favorite spirit dress up days, to celebrate the love of reading.  Reading is a skill that affects all subjects and successes throughout life.  

J.R. Neiswender | Head of Upper School

I love hearing about our lower school and ECE students getting excited about storytime, loving to participate in their reading groups, and developing important vocabulary and writing skills as they read and learn throughout their elementary years.  These practices are critically important not only to the formative stages of their academic work as lower school students, but also to the long-term development of the skills necessary for success at the upper school level.

Jonny Schremmer | Arts Director

As we begin the official month of spring, I thought we’d focus on our fabulous art teachers who inspire TNS students to create beautiful work each and every day. 

Save the Date - Spring Auction April 19-23

This spring, we will celebrate our arts programs with Arts Week at the same time as our Spring Auction (April 19-23). Both events will be a week-long celebration of our art, drama, and music programs with live and video performances, as well as, virtual art shows. The Spring Auction will be centered around The New School’s values - Curiosity, Character and Community. We will have some great auction items including class baskets, local business items, paddle raises and plenty of other fun items available for bidding. 

Keep an eye out for requests about the new and improved Wine and Craft Beer Pull, as well as, gift card donations to local restaurants and businesses.

The New School Music Scholarship

The New School is offering a music scholarship to prospective 7th- through 12th-grade students interested in a unique music education experience.

To learn more about The New School's Music Scholarship and program listen to Austin Farnam, TNS Music Director- https://youtu.be/4EmYTEwfoXg