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Explore thought-provoking blog posts, expert insights on education, and highlights from our community events. Whether you're looking for learning tips, school updates, or inspiring stories, this is your hub for staying informed and engaged.
Interview with an Expert: Sari Goodman
Meet Sari, a seasoned school administrator turned parenting consultant, who launched The Parental Edge to support families in navigating the complexities of raising children today. From personalized consultations to collaboration with schools and caregivers, Sari provides actionable strategies to help parents feel confident and connected in their parenting journey.
Teacher Feature⼁Introducing Lyndsay K.
At Pacific Preparatory, we are so lucky to work with the most thoughtful and inspiring instructors, all who bring lessons to life with engaging connections to student interests and their community. This month, we are excited to celebrate Lyndsay!
New Teacher Feature of the Month⼁Introducing Laura W.
At Pacific Preparatory, we are so lucky to work with the most thoughtful and inspiring instructors, all who bring lessons to life with engaging connections to student interests and their community. This month, we are excited to celebrate Laura, who specializes in teaching literacy using the Orton-Gillingham approach, ensuring that every student, regardless of their level or ability, receives personalized instruction tailored to their unique needs.
New Teacher Feature⼁Introducing Teresa L.
At Pacific Preparatory, we are so lucky to work with the most thoughtful and inspiring instructors, all who bring lessons to life with engaging connections to student interests and their community. This month, we are excited to celebrate Teresa!
New Teacher Feature of the Month⼁Introducing Laura W.
At Pacific Preparatory, we are so lucky to work with the most thoughtful and inspiring instructors, all who bring lessons to life with engaging connections to student interests and their community. This month, we are excited to celebrate Laura, who specializes in fostering a deep understanding of mathematical concepts among her students.
Teacher of the Month⼁Introducing Joyce Y.
At Pacific Preparatory, we are so lucky to work with the most thoughtful and inspiring instructors, all who bring lessons to life with engaging connections to student interests and their community. This month, we are excited to celebrate Joyce, whose specialization lies in supporting students to acquire cognitive and interpersonal skills, enabling them to strengthen foundations, grow as learners, and develop as responsible members of society in an increasingly complex world.
We’re in our Homeschool Era
With a 1:1 homeschool experience, our students don’t have to make a choice between their passion and their education. In fact, the two often go hand in hand as students learn to think for themselves while they cultivate their own inherent academic curiosity.
Teacher of the Month⼁Introducing Chris C.
At Pacific Preparatory, we are so lucky to work with the most thoughtful and inspiring instructors, all who bring lessons to life with engaging connections to student interests and their community. This month, we are excited to celebrate Chris, whose favorite element of teaching is empowering students to harness their social studies knowledge to actively and effectively navigate the societies they inhabit today.
Take Charge of your Child's High School Experience with Dual Enrollment at PacPrep
This fall, we’ve been chatting with more and more families who are interested in dual enrollment options for their children. With Pacific Preparatory dual enrollment, students can be enrolled in their primary school of record while supplementing their coursework with 1:1 PacPrep courses.
Teacher of the Month⼁Introducing Tracy J.
At Pacific Preparatory, we are so lucky to work with the most thoughtful and inspiring instructors, all who bring lessons to life with engaging connections to student interests and their community. This month, we are excited to celebrate Tracy, who specializes in integrating student’s interests and fostering a love of reading that transcends into fun and engaging grammar and writing practice.
Teacher of the Month⼁Introducing Julian K-M
At Pacific Preparatory, we are so lucky to work with the most thoughtful and inspiring instructors, all who bring lessons to life with engaging connections to student interests and their community. This month, we are excited to celebrate Julian, whose expert customization pulls upon student’s curiosities and interests to drive academic growth and learning.
Introducing 'Forget What You Learned': A Podcast for Families on Rethinking Education
Join the Tutor Corps and Pacific Preparatory team for an engaging podcast for families: “Forget What You Learned.” Host and parent Cory Greenberg delves into our modern education system through conversations with experts who uncover the limitations of our approach and reveal inspiring alternatives. Don't miss this engaging series on Apple and Spotify.
Teacher of the Month⼁Introducing Beth R.
At Pacific Preparatory, we are so lucky to work with the most thoughtful and inspiring instructors, all who bring lessons to life with engaging connections to student interests and their community. This month, we are pleased to celebrate Beth, whose interactive and hands-on lessons make her the perfect fit for both our online and in person students.
Teacher of the Month⼁Introducing Eleonora F.
At Pacific Preparatory, we are so lucky to work with the most thoughtful and inspiring instructors, all who bring lessons to life with engaging connections to student interests and their community. This month, we are pleased to celebrate Eleonora, whose thoughtful and creative curriculum planning is perfectly crafted to fit each student’s unique interests, personality, and academic growth.
Lauren S.⼁Life Lessons! When Learning and the Real World Collide
Our 1:1 approach to education means that every lesson is customized to incorporate student interests and fit the needs of each student, each class. As an expert K-5 teacher, Lauren harnesses student’s innate curiosity and inspires them through hands-on and interactive activities.
Teacher of the Month⼁Introducing Maxx H.
At Pacific Preparatory, we are so lucky to work with the most thoughtful and inspiring instructors, all who bring lessons to life with engaging connections to student interests and their community. This month, we are pleased to celebrate Maxx, whose authenticity and genuine interest in their students facilitates their own personal growth.
Joyce Y.⼁Our Tailored Approach to English/Language Arts
Our 1:1 approach to education means that every lesson is designed to foster student curiosity and academic growth. As an expert English teacher, Joyce recounts how she tailors lessons to incorporate high-interest texts, transferable research skills, and presentations into her course curriculum.
Teacher of the Month⼁Introducing Deanna R.
At Pacific Preparatory, we are so lucky to work with the most thoughtful and inspiring instructors, all who bring lessons to life with engaging connections to student interests and their community. This month, we are pleased to celebrate Deanna, whose expertise facilitates engaging, multimodal lessons.
Spirit Week: Jan 23 - 27
Get ready for PacPrep’s Spring Spirit Week! We encourage students and teachers to dress up in their comfiest, silliest, and most out-there gear.
Teacher of the Month⼁Introducing Geena B.
At Pacific Preparatory, we are so lucky to work with the most thoughtful and inspiring instructors, all who bring lessons to life with engaging connections to student interests and their community. This month, we are pleased to celebrate Geena, whose creative approach to lesson planning draws in student engagement, curiosity, and, of course, learning!