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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 Feature: Alina S.
Alina is detail oriented, but does not lose sight of the big picture. She is thoughtful, caring, and deeply invested in student growth and wellness.
What Does Summer Look Like at PacPrep?
We have found that children enrolled in summer courses have their love of learning reignited and are less likely to experience dreaded summer boredom. Our one-on-one model allows us to tailor each course to the wants and needs of each student and their family. By enrolling in PacPrep’s summer semester, your child can have the freedom to explore specific courses relating to their passions!
Interview with an Expert: Lisa Spengler
Our June issue of “Interview with an Expert” features Lisa Spengler, a stellar educational consultant with vast experience in all facets of education and a passion for supporting families.
Teacher Feature: Darla R.
Darla has a “kid at heart” personality that draws in her young students and keeps them engaged (which isn’t always easy with elementary-aged kids).
Teacher Feature: Belinda N.
Belinda’s excess of patience, care, and kindness help her math students feel supported and comfortable.
Celebrating Teacher Appreciation Week: We Appreciate You
Our leadership team is lucky enough to work with teachers on a daily basis and, behind the scenes, we’re constantly developing new ways to support their success in the classroom.
Interview with an Expert: Irena Smith
This month’s installment of “Interview with an Expert” features college admissions consultant extraordinaire, Irena Smith.
How and When to Intervene with Our Kids
The content of this post comes directly from our recent webinar on the topic of interventions, featuring expert information from our collaborator, Shayna Abraham of Prepare to Bloom.
Teacher Feature: Kenny A.
Kenny has that unique ability to be both a friend and mentor to his students, in addition to retaining his ability to successfully engage his students in the subjects he teaches— especially when it comes to history, which is the subject Kenny gets the most excited about teaching.
Interview with an Expert: Lisa Busby
Welcome to our first installment of an ongoing series on our blog featuring interviews with experts in the field of supporting K-12 students.
Identifying and Supporting Your Gifted Child
Most states and districts model their definition of giftedness from the very first federal definition established in 1972 in the Marland Report.
Teacher Feature: Joyce
Joyce is one of those teachers who puts her whole heart into teaching.
Advice To New Students From Pacific Preparatory Teachers
We asked a few of our veteran Pacific Preparatory teachers to offer some words of wisdom to new students. Here’s what they had to share.
Bringing Black History Into the Classroom Year-Round
This month we celebrate Black History — but also, black history is American history and should be part of learning all year round.
Why Consider Online Education in a Post-Pandemic World
Slews of articles debating the impacts of Zoom-based public schooling, the struggles teachers face, and the tech issues everyone involved must deal with daily are all over mainstream media. Despite this, our children have found their ways to make it work despite the new environment and new sets of tools.
Why Do Pacific Preparatory Teachers Love One-on-One Online Education?
In a year where the majority of our 1:1 instruction is happening online, we checked in with teachers to see how things were going.
Why One-On-One Online Learning Might Be a Good Fit for Your Child
There are many benefits of online learning when it is facilitated by a private instructor who is attuned to your child’s needs and can adjust to them as needed.
Spring Webinar Series Announcement
We are excited to announce a series of webinars in the spring of 2021, which will feature a stellar line-up of experts.
Teacher Feature: Emily A.
Emily’s strengths derive from how she embodies empathy, critical thinking skills, and a growth mindset.
Traveling This Year? Let Our School Come With You
Families considering travel this year no longer have to worry about their kids falling behind academically while they’re on the road.
 
                         
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
