What sets a private school education at St. Barnabas apart? A lot of things – one of which is hands-on learning. You’ve probably noticed that you have an easier time understanding and remembering how to do something if you get to actually do it yourself. This is especially true for students. Surely, there is value in […]
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Fine Arts and Educational Success – Why St. Barnabas Prioritizes These Programs
Think about the people in your life who are not only successful but are also kind, compassionate, and involved members of their community. Chances are, those people have something in common: a well-balanced education that stretched beyond the classroom. Involvement in music, the arts, and other extracurricular activities doesn’t just keep students entertained or busy. […]
How Our Strong Athletics Programs Contribute to Students’ Success
As our families well know, at St. Barnabas Episcopal School, we support the growth of the whole student. While we’re very proud of our high academic standards and exceptional teaching, we also emphasize the importance of extracurriculars. Our athletic programs are especially popular. In fact, we have the largest athletic program of any elementary or middle […]
You’re Halfway Through the School Year – Tips for Setting Your sights on Finishing Well
Wow! Are we really halfway through the school year already? For the teachers, students, and parents at St. Barnabas, the first half of the year has truly flown by. Of course, that’s usually what happens when we focus on being productive, mindful, and supportive of each other’s success. In honor of reaching this halfway point, we’d like […]
4 Tips for Finding the Best Kindergarten
Parents have a lot to juggle when it comes to setting their kids up for a happy and prosperous future. One of the things that often rises to the top of their lists of concerns is choosing the right school for them to attend. You might think the big worry would be about where they’d […]
You’re 3 Months Into the School Year, and YES–You Made a Great Choice
As they say, time flies when you’re having fun! The first few months of this school year are proof of that. The community at St. Barnabas Episcopal School is as strong and happy as ever, and we hope you’re feeling good about your experience with us. Parents choose St. Barnabas for a variety of reasons. […]
Ready for High School and Beyond: How Well-Prepared Students Leave 8th Grade
The transition from middle school to high school is significant. Students move to a new school with new kids and big expectations. Some kids may struggle with this change, but on the whole, we find that St. Barnabas alumni are very well-prepared for the jump. Getting students ready for high school is a multi-faceted issue. […]
3 Tips for a Smoother After-School Routine
Welcome back to a brand new school year! The energy on campus here at St. Barnabas Episcopal School is palpable. As excited as our students and teachers are to be back together again, we always notice that it takes a little while for them to reacclimate to the natural routines of the school year. Your kids […]
Why Environment Matters to Quality Education
There is a parable in the Bible about seeds sown in different types of soil and how differently they grow. The seeds sown on the rocky ground can’t thrive, and seeds dropped on the road are trampled or eaten by birds. However, the seeds carefully planted in healthy soil grow and produce fruit. In the […]
Why Your Kids Need You To Stay In-The-Know With Tech Trends
With each new generation comes new waves of technological advancement. Generations before us watched the horse and buggy turn to automobiles, gramophones become radios, and black and white television became colorized. The idea of technological evolution isn’t new. What is new and unique to today’s generations is the rapid nature of our evolution. In 40 […]
