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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.
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.
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.
Susan Wise Bauer’s “Rethinking School” Captures PacPrep’s Mission to Change the Education Conversation
Read PacPrep’s Admissions Manager, Molly Tweten’s review of the thought-provoking book “Rethinking School” by Susan Wise Bauer and how it speaks to PacPrep’s mission of collaboration, respectful dialogue, and above all: helping students find joy in learning again.
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!
Teacher of the Month⼁Introducing Matt 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 pleased to celebrate Matt, whose reflective teaching inspires interactive and investigative activities that create an insightful understanding of our community and world.
Teacher of the Month⼁Introducing Alina S.
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 Alina, whose imaginative teaching inspires thought provoking discussions and laughter-filled writing activities.
Fall is in Full Swing at PacPrep: Get a Glimpse Inside
Check out what our current students have been up to already this semester. From carefully-crafted, unique and engaging electives to examples of digital and physical materials, fall is off to a wonderful start!
PacPrep Featured in the Wall Street Journal
Recently, PacPrep was featured in an article highlighting the benefits of a 1:1 education. Check it out!
Every Great Achiever is Inspired by a Great Mentor
PacPrep’s Mentorship Training curriculum helps teachers weave mentorship and social emotional learning with academics in every single session.
Teacher of the Month ⼁ Introducing Tracia S.
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 Tracia, whose outside-the-box teaching reaches through the screen to create an interactive, hands-on experience for our young learners.
Over the last 20 years, we’ve changed. How has this impacted the work we do and students we serve?
As Tutor Corps approaches its 20th anniversary, we ask: who are we and what drives us? What needs are we meeting?
Teacher of the Month ⼁ Introducing Sarah 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 pleased to celebrate Sarah, whose creativity and passion drives students to rise to the challenge of taking academic risks in a safe, welcoming environment.
Leadership Team Feature: Meet Maddi Ulrich
Meet Maddi Ulrich, our Executive Assistant who supports every member of the leadership team with an eye for detail and a calm demeanor.
Using Feedback to Drive Student Learning
PacPrep’s Instructional Manager, Kathy Tojaga, shares how our teachers utilize high-quality feedback to enhance student learning.
Teachers Who Love Teaching, Teach Children to Love Learning
95% of PacPrep teachers are returning next year. Find out how we’re bucking the national trends on teacher retention.
Teacher of the Month ⼁ Introducing Debbie G.
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 Debbie, an encouraging mentor, English teacher, and book club leader whose students produce some of the most polished writing pieces our school has ever seen. Learn more about what makes Debbie inspiring!
Not All Classrooms Have Four Walls
Learn how Pacific Prep helps families step out of their comfort zones to travel and experience the outer world, allowing them to take their kids’ school experience along for the ride.
Teacher of the Month ⼁ Introducing Nataly W.
At Pacific Preparatory, we are so lucky to work with the most passionate and creative instructors, all who bring lessons to life with thoughtful connections between curriculum and student experiences. This month, we are pleased to celebrate Nataly, an award winning author and English teacher who encourages her students to take academic risks. Learn more about what makes Nataly inspiring!