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Weekly Collage - 061025

6/11/2025

 
There's so much happening at the end of the year that we really can't put it all into words. Click through some photos of end-of-year events including our Class of 2025 graduation, Class of 2029 (8th grade) promotion, varied awards ceremonies and speeches, a chess tournament, the 2025 Stanbridge Bowl, yearbook signing, Student Government, a K-3 trip to SF Zoo, and some favorite photos of the year thrown in for good measure.
​Have a restful, relaxing, and rejuvenating summer!
Be sure to stay tuned to the Bulldog Blog for Summer School 2025 photos...

News & Notes: Summer

6/6/2025

 
SUMMER IS ALMOST HERE!
Thank you for entrusting us to keep your Bulldog active in the Stanbridge community this summer! So many students are joining us – both current and new students, as well as soon-to-be graduates. We are going to have a blast and can't wait for y'all to join us! All payments for summer courses will be deposited next week, prior to the launch of Summer School on June 16th. We need only one more student in PE Adventures and two more enrollments are needed for flexible seating in Camille's Gimme a Hand plaster intensive. Current students in 6th grade and up are welcome! If you're looking for a way to help your child be successful this summer, we can accept enrollment in open classes and payment THROUGH THIS MONDAY, JUNE 9th!
  • Important note: We will have one pick-up time and one drop-off time for Caltrain shuttle riders during Summer School for pre-registered students. Enrolled families will get more information next week.

Student Government

6/6/2025

 
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Hello Stanbridge,

This week at lunchtime, Student Government [handed out] lemonade and the ice cream which were both very popular. We were happy to give it [away] to the students free of charge for all their hard work. This week we also had the Firesale Snack Shack and thanks to the parents for giving money to their kids to purchase things for the final Snack Shack of the 2024-2025 school year.

Student Government accomplished a lot of things this year!
  • A couple of things we did this year included changing the pizza from Pizza My Heart to Costco and adding hotdogs to the menu for our monthly pizza sales.  
  • We bought new basketballs, frisbees, dodgeballs, and soccer balls for students to use during snack and lunch. 
  • We ran a clothing drive to help parents get rid of clothes that don't fit their kids and we gave them away to help children in need at the Samaritan House in San Mateo. 
  • We also provided two hot chocolate days when it was really cold and sold lemonade and popsicles when the weather was really hot. 
  • Another thing we did was we catered Chipotle for the students and teachers and we hope to do something similar again next year.
It has been an amazing year being your President on Student Government. I hope everyone has a fantastic summer! GO BULLDOGS!
– Monie A., Student Body President

Social Emotional Learning

5/23/2025

 
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Over the final weeks of school, Elementary will be working on perspective taking,  inferencing (using empathy and devising smart guesses), and saying good bye appropriately as we get ready for summer. Transitions can be a bumpy time for our students and learning expected to ways to say goodbye and how to stay in touch can help when friends are leaving or moving – either to different divisions or schools. We will also tap into the joy that summertime can bring.
– Tricia Keener, Speech & Language Pathologist
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Journalism Club - Spring vol1

5/15/2025

 
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INAUGURAL EDITION HITS THE STANDS!
Our Journalism Club BullPups, who are in 5th through 10th grades, did a great job thinking about what types of information people not familiar with Stanbridge may want to know more about.
  • If you've done your homework, and read our blog, you know that Students won this year's Student vs. Staff Basketball Game. Zoe's article on page one was written prior to the game. A followup article is in the works for the 2nd edition!
  • Page four includes information about our clothing drive for Samaritan House. Check out the Student Government blog post this week for a followup.
  • READ THE FULL "Stanbridge Spring Journalism Club vol 1" HERE. 

Since our dedicated Journalism Club team meets only once per week after school, they end up doing some of their planning and writing from home. The reporters are now excitedly preparing the second edition and they've certainly found their groove. The next edition is twice as long and features favorite moments of the year, a comic strip by our most junior Bullpup, Stanbridge Senior profiles, and much more. Stay tuned.

Thanks to Journalism Advisor (and Director of Admissions) Emily Mitchell for getting this club off the ground this year! Everyone loves reading about events from the students' perspective and we hope it remains a staple Club offering for years to come.

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

5/9/2025

 
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   We are down to 21 school days for students and the next few weeks are busy with events.  The Middle School had a wonderful three days and two nights at the Montara Lighthouse.  They were hiking, kayaking, and working on independence skills together. A BIG thank you to the Middle School team for spending time away from their families to help our students grow. 
   This coming week, our Elementary students will close out the year with experientials of their own. Upper El will head south to Watsonville for their overnight at Farm Discovery, while Lower El and Middle El heads north for a day trip to the San Francisco Zoo & Gardens.
  • Next Friday, the High School Prom will occur outside under the canopy. The theme is Casino Night! Look for some staff to be dealing cards at the blackjack table.
  • 2025-2026 Student Government Elections are coming up Monday, May 19th. Candidates will give their speeches in the morning followed by the vote for Student Body President, Vice President, Treasurer, and Secretary (posters are due to Kenny this Monday). Students in 8th-11th grades will vote for the representatives they choose for the coming school year.
  • The Talent Show on Thursday, May 22nd, will feature over two dozen Stanbridge-exclusive acts. Be sure to arrive early as parking in the neighborhood is always impacted for all-school events. 
  • Wednesday, June 4th, students will have one last meet-up in their Neighborhood Groups as we join together for the Stanbridge Bowl. This is always an eye-opening, trivia event to remember!
  • The Senior Grad Luncheon will be Saturday, June 7th.  Cazadores will cater a yummy selection of brunch items for Senior families and staff. We look forward to celebrating with you!
  • Middle School Awards & 8th Grade Promotion will be Monday, June 9th. Light fare will follow the ceremony; eighth graders may leave afterwards to celebrate with their families.
  • Elementary Awards will take place Tuesday, June 10th. Elementary families may leave following the ceremony to welcome summer.
  • Class of 2025 High School Graduation is Tuesday, June 10th. Each division is encouraged to join us at the Burlingame Park and Rec Center for this culminating Stanbridge event!
   It's hard to believe we have so many events in such a short time (plus Chess tournaments, Flag Football games, and more in the works , but we somehow always fit it in.
Have a beautiful weekend and HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!
– Danny Martin, Principal

FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL

5/2/2025

 
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From breakfast to lunch, as well as all the goodies, gift cards, notes, and gratitude in between, on behalf of all the faculty & staff, thank you to all the families who spoiled us this appreciation week! Your little notes and drawings are often cherished and truly help us get through the day. Thank you, as well, to Student Government for providing lunch from Chipotle yesterday for the entire school – students and staff.

Field Day
We ushered in the new month with a fabulously spirited week, wrapping up today with Field Day at the Burlingame Parks and Recreation center fields. Huge thanks to our co-Athletic Directors, Daniel Quinal and Gage Daniel, for planning and executing a successful day of field competitions. Our neighborhood groups bonded and stepped up to the plate for a host of games before lunch. AND what a delicious lunch it was! Casadores' catered taco bar was a hit for students and staff alike. The day ended with our students winning the tug-of-war against faculty and staff. I know we were outnumbered, but students really brought their A-game to the match! We didn’t stand a chance. They got us two-for-one this week, winning the annual Student vs. Staff Basketball Game on Wednesday, as well.
Thank you to our Stanbridge Parent Association volunteers for all your help and support led by Claire Collet, Pamela Davies, and Lisa Kennedy. It takes a village and we are so glad to have all of you as partners. Please come to our Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast this Wednesday so we can thank you appropriately for all you do for our school. 

One Community, Many Cultures
Stanbridge is a community that has many different cultures and we are in the midst of numerous celebrations. Yom Ha'atzmaut was yesterday, May 1; Monday, May 5, is Cinco de Mayo; and the month of May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. We hope you can enjoy celebrating these beautiful spring days together with family and friends. 

Wishing you all a restful weekend ahead.
– Julie Smith, Head of School

Learning Support

5/1/2025

 
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BRIDGES: Supporting Post-Secondary Life
    In our final unit in Bridges, students are exploring the wide range of assistive technology that can help both now and after graduation. Although most seniors were aware of many of the apps available on their phones, there was a lot to learn.
   We began with a discussion of the ethical use of these technologies, including AI like Chat GPT and Gemini. While it’s clear that using technology to cheat or take credit for ideas/work that isn’t one’s own is wrong, there are many gray areas. The class was split on using Chat GPT to create original poetry or works of art - some felt it was okay as long as credit was given to the technology but others felt that using AI for creative endeavors takes away from those who are creating the art/poetry without assistance.
   I highly recommend playing with Goblin.Tools - it’s a web-based AI that does specific things like breaking down a project into tasks, rewriting text/email to be more formal, explaining the tone of text, and suggesting a recipe when given random ingredients.
  While AI can feel intrusive and creepy, it can be incredibly helpful and will be increasingly used in the future.
– Cindy Schlesinger, Director of College Counseling & Transitions

POST SECONDARY RESOURCES
  • GGRC Self-Determination Page
  • Intro to SDP Program (PDF) [Self Determination Program]
  • Passcode to below Zoom recording: A1fvf^!A
RECORDING – Parent Ed. Event: SDP Program at Regional Centers feat. Tiffany Liang

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4/30/2025

 
The weather was perfect for Field Day today (a few pictures below). Neighborhood Groups worked together in a dozen fun Athletic activities including:
  • Longest shoe kick, Shot put, Running long jump, Frisbee target toss, Longest paper airplane toss, 3-legged race, Longest soccer kick, Pizza box relay, Beach ball blow up, Pass the hula hoop, Capture the flag , and Tug o' war!
Did you see our Students vs Staff Basketball Game highlights reel in social media?
  • Stanbridge Facebook
  • Stanbridge Instagram
  • Don't have either of those? Here's the standalone video through 1SE!

Student Government

4/25/2025

 
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 Hello Stanbridge,
   There are lots of exciting things happening in Student Government. First off, we want to thank all the parents who donated clothes for the Samaritan House clothing drive! [We have over a dozen bags and boxes to donate!] Student Government will be dropping off the clothes very soon. 
   Furthermore, next Thursday, May 1st, Student Government will be offering Chipotle lunch for students and staff who filled out the Google Form. If you know your child will want Chipotle please fill out the form by Sunday night, April 27th. Note there will be no weekly sale next week as Chipotle lunch will be offered on Thursday. So, please complete the form to make sure your child gets Chipotle. 
   Student Government Elections for the upcoming school year will be on Monday, May 19th. Any student who wants to run for office should fill out the Intent to Run Google Form that Advisor Kenny will send out this Monday. In the form, Kenny will include who qualifies to run for each office. Good luck to all the candidates who run! 
    Finally, next week is Spirit Week, and here are the days of what is happening: 
  • Monday April 28th:Pajama Day
  • Tuesday April 29th: Crazy Hair Day
  • Wednesday April 30th :Sports Day
  • Thursday May 1st: Teacher Day
  • Friday May 2nd: Color day (Wear your neighborhood group color –
    A PDF Link is in the Bulldog Bulletin, if you don't know what it is) 
   Thanks SPA for making the delicious baked goods for today's Bake Sale. Go Bulldogs!
–Monie A., Student Government President
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Founder Andi Jobe Dies at 84

4/11/2025

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  With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Andrea “Andi” Jobe, who founded Stanbridge Academy in 1982. Andi was 84 years old when she died at her beachfront home in Ecuador, where she had lived for the past several years. We got this news in a heartfelt email from her son, Allen, whose difficulty in school due to a learning disability spurred Andi to create a school for him and other students like him.
  Allen wrote that he did not speak until he was seven years old, and doctors were pessimistic about his prospects. Unwilling to accept this, Andi enrolled in a Speech Therapy program and graduated with a Master’s. She took an SLP role at a public school in the South Bay and, alarmed at the poor services students received there, set about creating a school that would accommodate their needs.
   In his email, Allen described our school’s beginning in a rented space in Mountain View.  “She had times when she almost did not make payroll. She never turned away a parent in need. Some would drive buses, clean the school, etc. The school grew and grew into what it is today.”
   Allen’s note clarified a mystery for us…why the name “Stanbridge”? Here is what he said: “Very few people, I think, know where the name Stanbridge comes from. It is a boarding school in England that my family friend attended. It was a really bad place with really bad food. My mom helped my friend move to a school called Kildonan in New York. It is no longer open. So she thought it would be fitting to name the school a better place than that place in England.”
  Founding Stanbridge Academy was only one of Andi’s significant contributions to children with disabilities. Andi and her husband, Dr. Richard Jobe, a plastic surgeon, created RSF-Earthspeak, a nonprofit dedicated to helping children learn to speak after cleft palate surgery. Dr. Jobe was also one of the founders of Interplast, an international network of surgeons who provide pro bono surgical care to anyone in need anywhere in the world.
   We are grateful that Allen reached out to us with the news of his mother’s passing and are inspired by his remembrances. In his words, “I am glad to hear that she is still remembered at Stanbridge. It is her lasting accomplishment. She did not have a strong ego and would almost never take credit for anything. She was really hard to buy presents for. She just wanted to give back.”
– Mary Stadler, Director of Counseling

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Spring Cleaning Benefits

4/4/2025

 
It's Spring Cleaning time and Overnight Experientials are approaching for 4th-8th grades! Packing lists can be pretty detailed and some items are often overlooked for inclusion preventing continued warmth and comfort. If you have any of the following items that are gently used, pre-loved, pre-worn, or grown out of, we appreciate any or all donations. Please do not purchase these items for the Stanbridge Experiential Closet. Reduce, re-use, recycle so that others may benefit from your still-usable items. Our goal is to create an experiential tool kit/supply closet to ensure the safety and success of all students and teachers on the trips! 

Item requests:
  • Rain jacket
  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping mat
  • Small/ medium hiking backpack
  • Sturdy hiking shoe or sneaker
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Student Government would also like to remind you that their used clothing drive for Samaritan House children and teens continues this week through Friday, April 11th.

So clear out your closets and bring in all your pre-loved clothing and overnight/weather gear to give it another life! Plus, there are proven health benefits of decluttering spaces, too. Thank you in advance for your time and effort. It is much appreciated by so many in our greater community! 

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Library Notes

3/28/2025

 
LIBRARY BOOKS
The end of Q3 is a great time for the return of Library books. Please check your child's spaces at home (or in the car) for any Stanbridge books – either from our main library or from any classroom libraries. This quarter we have over 130 books checked out/unaccounted for in our main library. Our Library Aides have been getting questions and comments from interested readers about books being checked out for extended periods of time. It's super helpful to get home support in collecting books back so they can be read by the next readers. Please return books directly to the library drop or to your core/English teacher. Thank you!

Post Secondary

3/21/2025

 
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PARENT EDUCATION: TRANSITION PLANNING
April 23, 2025 on Zoom | 5:30 p.m.
Join us on Zoom to learn about Self Determination Programming (SDP) at the Regional Centers and how to gain access to this important resource. Tiffany Liang, a San Francisco-based Independent Facilitator, was inspired by her younger sister, Grace (Stanbridge Class of '19) to help families all across the Bay Area navigate Regional Center services and enroll in SDP. With a background in HR at tech companies and a Bachelor's degree from NYU, Tiffany is passionate about making disability services more accessible and empowering families to feel confident in the process.
  • This meeting is appropriate for parents/guardians of students in 8th grade and up.
  • Learn about SDP and how it differs from traditional Regional Center services.
  • Benefits of SDP, and considerations for whether it’s the right fit or if staying in the traditional system may make more sense.
  • Who qualifies, how to enroll, and what support is available during enrollment (Independent Facilitators).
  • Examples of customized, non-traditional services families can fund through SDP.
  • ​Tips on navigating the process, understanding Regional Center requirements, and overcoming common challenges.

​(Interested parties should contact [email protected] for Zoom link.)

FROM THE HEAD OF SCHOOL

2/7/2025

 
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Dear Stanbridge Parents & Staff,

STUDENT SHOWCASES
Two successful Division Showcases down and one to go! It was a full house yesterday that came to see our Middle School Division present their slides. Our four Advisory classrooms were packed both with nerves and smiling faces. For many students, this was their first presentation to a room full of people. Each of the student presentations built on their learning from the beginning of the school year, challenging our students in public speaking, presentation skills, sharing of knowledge, individuality and creativity.

This coming week, Elementary families will gather in Hayden Hall to see a variety of presentation formats by all students. Please plan to have at least one family member attend and arrive early for parking, as both our lot and the neighborhood are sure to be impacted by these community events. We look forward to sharing this opportunity for you to see your child shine!

OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY (OT)
Stanbridge has contracted with Therapeeps for OT services that will take place on our campus on Thursdays. This is the first time we've had OTs on staff and we are working to make the most of this time. Feel free to reach out to me if you have any questions. 

ADVANCEMENT OFFICE NEWS
Our Director of Advancement has been out on medical leave since early November. Please join me in welcoming an Interim Director of Advancement who knows our community well. Please know we will be getting the year-end donation letters out in the near future for tax purposes. If you have any questions or needs prior to receiving those letters, feel free to reach out to me directly.

Stay Strong, Bulldogs!
Julie Smith
Head of School

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

1/25/2025

 
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Dear Stanbridge Community,
​   The Stanbridge Academy Showcase series traditionally takes place mid-winter afternoons before dismissal. We invite current parents to experience the learning that your child is engaging in at school. Think of Showcases as what used to be called (in our school days) a traditional school open house. Each division showcase builds on previous learning to challenge our students in public speaking, presentation skills, sharing of knowledge, individuality and creativity. Please see your division schedule and plan to have at least one family member attend the event. Also plan to arrive early for parking, as both our lot and the neighborhood are sure to be impacted by these community events.

 HIGH SCHOOL DIVISION
High School classes will have two to three student speakers per class period. We will follow your individual student's daily schedule. Please pick one up in Hayden Hall prior to programming.
  • Meet in Stanbridge Courtyard. Speaker Head of High School, Jay Huston
  • 1st period presentations
  • 2nd period Presentations
  • 3rd period presentations
  • Break - Check out Hayden Hall exhibits and updated hallway bulletin boards
  • 4th period presentations
  • 5th period presentations
  • 6th period presentations
  • Dismissal
MIDDLE SCHOOL DIVISION
Middle School Advisory Groups will present slide decks about life in Middle School. We will meet in Advisory classrooms. Please pick up your individual student's daily schedule in Hayden Hall prior to programming.
  • Check out exhibits in Hayden Hall
  • Gather in students advisory classrooms (4 student speakers)
  • Break
  •  Gather in student advisory classrooms (4 additional student speakers)
  • Dismissal
ELEMENTARY DIVISION
Families will gather in Hayden Hall to see a variety of presentation formats by all students.
  • Gather in Hayden Hall and view exhibits
  • Student presentations: Lower El, Middle El, and Upper El students
  • Dismissal
We look forward to seeing you at your child's Showcase. More importantly, we look forward to sharing this opportunity for you to see your child shine!

Stay Strong, Bulldogs!
Danny Martin
Principal

FROM THE PRINCIPAL

1/17/2025

 
Monday is a National Day of Service to commemorate the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a world-famous civil rights campaigner. "He is considered one of the great orators of modern times, and his speeches still inspire many to this day," (ducksters.com). Check out places to volunteer in your home community, read non-fiction books together at your local library (there are plenty of children's books on civil rights), or look up Martin Luther King, Jr. online to read about his contributions and help continue the conversation at home at an appropriate level. There are so many more ways to contribute.

Here are just a few resources to check out:
  • PBS NEWS: "Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a U.S. holiday and national day of service. It took a long time for the country to get there"
  • City of Oakland: "Oakland MLK Service Day"
  • Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy: "MLK Weekend of Service"
  • National Geographic Kids: "10 Facts About Martin Luther King"
Please join the community in celebrating the life and legacy of this very important man.

Stay Strong, Bulldogs!
Danny Martin
Principal

Learning Support

1/17/2025

 
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INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAMS (IEPs) AT STANBRIDGE
   I hope everyone has had a smooth transition back to the real world following break! As spring begins to approach, it is possible that you have an upcoming IEP meeting. I just wanted to send out a reminder of some ways that Stanbridge can support you through this process.
  • Annual meeting: Reach out to gather present levels. Let the district know that you would like someone from Stanbridge to attend. Share my email for meeting scheduling.
  • Triennial meeting: Reach out to gather present levels. Have the district connect with Alyssa to fill out any rating scales, or forms for the re-evaluation process. Let the district know that you would like someone from Stanbridge to attend. Share my email for meeting scheduling.
  • IEE/Additional Testing: If you are having a provider from outside of the district conduct testing, please connect to Alyssa to assist with scheduling and collecting information.
  • Observations: Observations are typically conducted by outside providers or districts to aid their IEP Process. Please connect with Alyssa to coordinate scheduling.
   In all cases, it is best to connect the district/provider directly with myself. This eliminates the middle man and can help make the process more efficient. If you are concerned about this immediate connection, please let me know and all correspondence can be connected with you as well.
   For your knowledge, ALL testing can be completed at Stanbridge. It is where your student is comfortable and feels supported!
– Alyssa Dew, Learning Specialist

POST-SECONDARY TRANSITION SUPPORT
  • “Your life is a story of transition. You are always leaving one chapter behind while moving on to the next.” – Anonymous
   The flow of the school year is in constant motion – while students are continually moving to the next unit of study and the next semester, they are building on what they learned and stretching past their comfort zone to take on new challenges. Our seniors are about to start their last semester at Stanbridge and are both ready for and nervous about their next chapter.
   We spent time last semester creating a multi-pathed flowchart that took them from graduation to independence. We traveled to the College of San Mateo, as it was on many of their flowcharts. Our students enjoyed hearing from two alumni, as well as seeing one of the recording studios and their resource center. On February 11th, our Juniors and Seniors will visit San Francisco State and learn more about how they support students.
   In March, we’ll be hosting alumni panels so that both parents and students can hear from alumni. The dates and details will be announced shortly.
– Cindy Schlesinger, Dir. of College Counseling & Transitions

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM HEAD OF SCHOOL JULIE & PRINCIPAL DANNY

12/20/2024

 
ONLY AT STANBRIDGE
We ended the year with a visit from the one-and-only Stanbridge Santa and lively performances at the Annual Holiday Concert. A highlight of the concert is the leadership of performance arts teacher Tobias Banks, he certainly makes our students shine bright. Thank you all for supporting this annual event. (Stay tuned to social media over break for lots of pictures... and get a sneak peek in the weekly collages below!)

Thank you to the Stanbridge community for your thoughtfulness, generosity, and support. We appreciate the gifts and the snacks that were brought in for the staff on Tuesday, as well as through the rest of the week. We were able to feast on savory and sweet treats all week long!

ANNUAL FUND UPDATE
We have now reached over 85% participation in the 2024-25 annual fund from our parent community! A special thank you to our Advancement committee members Cindy Kuenhle, Kinga Czegeni, and Sherrie Shagong for sending emails and making calls to help us close the gap. It takes a village – we appreciate all you do for our community.

We all wish you health and happiness as you head off into Winter Break to celebrate the holidays. Spending time with friends and family to laugh, relax, and recharge.

Wishing you joy to come in 2025. Happy Holidays!
Julie Smith & Danny Martin

Social-Emotional Learning

12/20/2024

 
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Talking With Your Child About Their Diagnosis
Parents often ask our counselors how and when to talk with their children about their diagnosis. This excellent article from the Child Mind Institute gives guidelines for beginning and continuing this conversation. Even if you have discussed this with your child, the article may be helpful. You'll discover how the ongoing conversation may change as your child grows into adolescence and adulthood. There are additional links on the web page to insightful articles about how to talk with relatives and others about your child's diagnosis.

HS Social Learning
High School students are using Social Learning time to consider how we communicate with words, body language, and gestures. We've looked at slang and when it should be used, how to determine whether teasing is friendly, annoying, or malicious, and the pros and cons of gossiping. Students have had robust discussions about using group chats and how to keep them positive.
​– Mary Stadler, Director of Counseling
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Stanbridge Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. Stanbridge Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of our educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

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