As the end of this school year approaches, our students are not listless and counting down the days until “summer freedom”. Our students are actually unhappy that the year is ending, already making plans to spend time together over the […]
Today you’ll hear from Mrs. Pethe’s cohort as they informally shot a video reflection after their forensics experience. They’ve been studying “forensics” (with a childlike spin-no CSI replications here) because it helps them with their critical thinking skills, it can […]
Fun. Excited. Accomplished. Proud. Confident. These probably aren’t words or phrases your kids usually associate with school assessments. But at Indi-ED, they are. This past week, our students took their end-of-year assessments. Yes, one way we assess our students (if […]
Our families are putting the literal “fun” back in “FUNdraising” by hosting our 2nd Annual Comedy Show Fundraiser to benefit the students of Indi-ED. For only $35 you’ll have a chance to enjoy a fun night out and you can feel […]
We’re wrapping year 2 which means we’re also gearing up for our growth in year 3. If you’re dedicated, creative, and an intellectual to start-please contact us via our website’s contact page to begin the process. It’s not easy, but […]
Last week, we had the amazing opportunity to have a tour of the St. Pete Innovation District. The Executive Director of the District, Alison Barlow, visited our school a couple weeks ago and based on our interests, she coordinated the […]
Today you’ll hear from Lauren and Ria about how they appreciate getting to learn in a variety of ways. What you won’t see is that as soon as we turned the camera off there were hugs and high fives of […]
Last week (yes during spring break) we started another approach to constant improvement, our teachers began a “book club.” We each chose a book of our interest (yes, the value of having choice and voice applies to learners of all […]
Two things happened last week that reminded me of the importance of the partnership of our parents and our teachers. 1. We had another family meal. If you’re new to us, take a look at why we make it a […]
Did you catch the 60 Minutes piece Oprah reported on about treating childhood trauma? If not, it’s the story of an orphanage from the 1850s that 168 years later turned into a facility that helps to treat children who are […]