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Welcome to Chaits! A one-of-a-kind Kindergarten restaurant
Tomorrow at our Celebration of Learning, guests will have the opportunity to visit “Chaits,” a kindergarten restaurant thoughtfully designed and operated by students in Mr. Mazza’s class. Like so much…
Announcing Our 2026–2027 Parents Association Co-Chairs
We are delighted to share that Yorm Ackuaku, parent to Lucca (PreK), and Ellie Awdeh, parent to Christian (Grade 2), will serve as Co-Chairs of the Grace Parents Association for the 2026-2027…
What Does Real Learning Look Like in Early Childhood?
When we picture school, many of us immediately visualize our own experiences: desks arranged in rows, students working quietly, and assignments with clear “right” answers. For older students, there can…
The Years That Matter Most (Happen Earlier Than You Think)
The foundation for who children become as learners is shaped earlier-and more intentionally-than most people think. Photo: Jason Pustché Photography When I first stepped into school leadership as an elementary…
Grace Notes Spring 2026 is here!
We’re excited to share the Spring 2026 edition of Grace Notes! This issue offers a glimpse into the joyful, thoughtful, and vibrant learning experiences that define life at Grace-from classroom…
My Trip to the Zoo with Grade 2
This week, I had the chance to tag along with our Grade 2 students on their trip to the Smithsonian National Zoo-and honestly, I wish I could go on every…
Peace Walk
On Friday, February 6, we walked in honor of and in solidarity with the Vietnamese Buddhist Monks who walked 2,300 miles from Fort Worth, Texas to Washington, D.C. to spread…
Education That Shapes Who Children Become — and the World They’ll Inherit
Education is not just about what children learn. It’s about who they become. It’s about nurturing young people who know how to care for themselves, show up for others, and…
Inside Grace (Part One): How We Develop Students with Agency and Purpose
At Grace, learning is not something that happens to children-it’s something they construct through meaningful and intentional discussions, projects, and experiences. From the very first days in Preschool through the…
Beyond the Book: Growing Critical Thinkers with Grace
If you step into Grace classrooms on any given morning, you might see students huddled over magnifying glasses, sorting clues in a story, or debating how to design a bridge…