For twelfth-grader Aiden Dyer, learning outside of a traditional classroom is nothing new. He had been homeschooled until he joined Laurel Springs three years ago. Like many students getting a nontraditional education, he is familiar with the independence that comes with online school. However, Aiden at first struggled balancing this freedom with a need for…
Read More »
Laurel Springs School Blog
Student Spotlight: William Burger, Soccer Player
What do you call someone who’s more than a triple threat? A William Burger. A leading man in musicals, rock band drummer, soccer player, food bank volunteer—the list goes on. Plus, he accomplishes all of this while continuing his education and is currently injured. Is there one word to describe William Burger? Inspiring. A Worldly…
Read More »
Student Spotlight: Cecilia Martin, Violinist
Music soothes, energizes, entertains, and for 16-year-old Cecilia Martin, it inspires. What’s more inspirational is that this young, award-winning violinist from Columbus, Ohio studies music while going to school and acts as Co-Concertmaster of the Columbus Symphony Youth Orchestra. How does one maintain a harmonious balance between music, school, and life? Pull up a chair…
Read More »
Student Spotlight: Reed Henry, Ballet Dancer
What does it take to turn your living room into a ballet studio? A lot of talent, supportive parents, and a stay-at-home order. Reed Henry has all three. As a fifteen-year-old pre-professional ballet dancer training for a successful career, Reed has limited choices with schools and studios currently closed. Luckily he is equipped to continue…
Read More »
The Rayburn Family: An Online Summer Class for Our Kindergarten Student
Maureen Rayburn, Marketing Strategist at Laurel Springs School, shares the story of her family’s journey into schooling from home, as well as her first experiences as a Laurel Springs parent. Meet Imogene. She’s a 6-year-old, stubborn, fireball of emotions and opinions. When our school district made the decision to move classes to a remote environment…
Read More »
Press Release: Laurel Springs School Hosts Innovative Virtual Model United Nations Conference
WEST CHESTER, Pa. — Laurel Springs School, a leading pioneer in online K-12 education, hosted a first-of-its-kind virtual Model United Nations (UN) conference on Friday, May 8, with participation from the Lebanese American University of New York (LAU). Laurel Springs has been the only online school delegation to participate in the official Global Classrooms International…
Read More »
Tomorrow Starts Today: June Scholarship Deadlines
Summer is almost here! Whether you’re about to graduate or are simply sweating how you’ll eventually pay for college, dive into the pool of scholarship applicants for one of the opportunities detailed below. June Scholarships Ornament Shop Scholarship Award: $1,000 Deadline: June 1, 2020 Description: Keepsake ornaments hold meaning and memories for many,…
Read More »
Laurel Springs’ Social Engagement Manager Speaks: Making Connections
Rachelle Wafer, Student Engagement Manager at Laurel Springs, gives us a peek into her perspective on socialization from a distance. Laughter. A peek into who “likes” whom. Blushing on webcam. Serious talk to support a student in Panama City, who has been home since February 23rd. Discussion about why a prom theme did not receive…
Read More »
Part of Our Teachers’ Culture: Celebrating Student Success
In language and social studies courses, students learn about cultures and histories—the stories that shape yesterday, today, and tomorrow. These subjects help students see themselves reflected in other people and places. Teachers have the ability to make learning about telling and sharing these stories, and that is no easy feat. This Teacher Appreciation Week, we…
Read More »
Love Letters and Numbers: How Teachers Inspire Confidence in Students
Teachers have magical powers. Think about that for a minute. By motivating students to push past the superficiality of a textbook or equation, they animate subject matter and craft meaning and emotion out of otherwise static letters and numbers. English and Math could be either a student’s dream or worst nightmare. The difference can truly…
Read More »
