The Power of “And” in a School's Approach

Posted by Lance Conrad, Ed.D. on 1/9/23 2:15 PM

As lead learner at Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall School, I am forever absorbing and reflecting on the various teaching and learning practices around our community.  Teaching and learning not simply in the classroom environs, but also in our Co-Curricular programming, Student and Residential Life programs, and even in our school operation spaces.  Simply asked, how can we better engage and seek greater learning and meaning from the moments we nurture throughout the day and each week?  What reflective practices are we committed to as individual learners, as well as a school community?

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Topics: Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall, Student Skill Building, Leadership

The Incredible Importance of Engagement in Schools

Posted by Lance Conrad, Ed.D. on 9/29/22 7:54 AM

As we embark on the new 2022-23 school year, I reflect upon the challenges facing school leaders and schools over the past two years while, at the same time, identifying the opportunities moving forward. We experienced a tumultuous two-year stretch weathering a global health pandemic, as well as other historic socio-political events and economic headwinds in America. Working through this unprecedented set of challenges, we look forward to moving beyond, identifying new opportunities, and leveraging many of the strengths making CH-CH such a special community.

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Topics: Student Wellness, Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall, Student Skill Building, Leadership, Beyond the Classroom

Four Tips for Students Starting at a New School

Posted by Julia Kennard on 9/16/22 2:51 PM

Starting at a new school can bring up a mix of emotions for students and they may feel overwhelmed by the change. CH-CH recently assembled a group of experts that included a teacher, a physician and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor to give you four tips as a student starting at a new school this school year.

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Topics: Student Wellness, Student Skill Building, Self-Care Strategies

Four back-to-school Tips for Parents & Guardians

Posted by Julia Kennard on 9/1/22 2:38 PM

Starting a new school year is a time full of emotions for students as well as parents and guardians. CH-CH recently assembled a group of experts that included a teacher, a physician and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor to give you tips to help your student feel comfortable and confident at this important time.

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Topics: Student Wellness, Student Skill Building, Middle School

Maintaining CORE Values in the Age of COVID-19

Posted by Ben Whitman on 7/21/20 10:12 AM

The Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall Admissions team recently held a live webinar to highlight the learning, support, and the School’s sense of community during the 2020 spring trimester. CH-CH Director of Enrollment Management, Lisa Pelrine, was joined by current students, parents, teachers, and administrators to discuss maintaining curriculum, opportunity, relationships, and empathy in the age of COVID-19. 

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Topics: Boarding School, Multiple Intelligences, Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall, Student Skill Building, Caring Community, Experiential Learning, Admissions

Tips For Thriving During Distance Learning

Posted by CH-CH Skills and Academic Support Faculty on 4/30/20 8:23 AM

Now that teachers and students have adjusted to new schedules and routines, it’s important to embrace the current learning environment. The Skills and Academic Support Department at Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall is here to help you continue to succeed while at home with strategies and tips that will keep you in a motivated and engaged mindset.

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Topics: Student Wellness, Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall, Student Skill Building, Caring Community, Study Guide and Strategies, Healthy Eating at School

Our First Year: Poems of Reflection

Posted by Michael Streeter on 12/12/19 12:27 PM

 

 

Being a newcomer can elicit a wide range of emotions. As I reflect back on my year, I can think of no better way to express my feelings and commemorate my journey than through poetry. I asked one of my Skills and Academic Support (SAS) students, Dallas R. ’21, who was also new last year, to join me by writing her own piece.

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Topics: Boarding School, Student Wellness, Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall, Student Skill Building, Caring Community, Making Caring Common

The Moment I Realized My Purpose

Posted by Emma Maniscalco '19 on 11/13/19 4:03 PM

I currently have 2,357 photos in my phone. They are mostly of funny moments, family, celebrations...all captured for nostalgia.

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Topics: Student Skill Building, Alumni, Leadership, Running Brook Camps, Experiential Learning, Class of 2019, Independent Study

The Best Fit For College Starts By Teaching The Way Students Learn

Posted by Brooke Fincke on 10/17/19 12:19 PM

Brooke Fincke, Director of College Counseling at Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall School, is focused on helping students find success. In this article, Brooke outlines the importance of finding the best fit school and how it begins when students understand who they are as learners. 

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Topics: Boarding School, Multiple Intelligences, Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall, Student Skill Building, College Counseling

Time Management Tips For Students, By Students

Posted by Matt Soule on 9/11/19 1:10 PM

How many times have you said that there aren’t enough hours in the day to get your homework done? Do you ever have to stay up late to study for a test the next day? By improving your time management skills in high school or middle school, you’ll be able to get your work done quicker, spend less time stressing about homework or studying and improve your grades.

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Topics: Chapel Hill-Chauncy Hall, Student Skill Building, Studying Tips, Study Guide and Strategies

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