Advisory Program

Advisory groups bring students together in tight-knit circles or by grade to learn, grow, and connect beyond the classroom. The program tackles real-world topics—citizenship, leadership, time management, goal-setting, Tikkun Olam, inclusion, healthy choices, and more. Guided by faculty and guest experts, these sessions spark honest conversations and build the skills students need to thrive—at school, in their communities, and in life.
Grade Level Themes:
  • 6th Grade: Getting to Know Self and Others
  • 7th Grade: Personal Growth and Accountability
  • 8th Grade: Independent Responsibility and Leadership
Advisory periods take place three times each week and follow these formats:
  • Small group “sharing circles” highlighting student voice and providing public speaking practice
  • Brief social skill lectures followed by practice and reflection
  • Games and crafts
  • Tikkun Olam activities
  • “Advisory Family” contests where teams comprised of one advisory from each middle school grade level compete against other “Advisory Families” to win prizes
Upper School students, led by faculty mentors, gather in small groups or grade-levels during Flex Time. The programming, developed by Grade Level Coordinators, is designed to facilitate character education, personal growth, and Tikkun Olam. Each grade level has a theme that culminates with a spring trip where skills learned in their mentor groups are put into practice.
 
Upper School Grade Level Themes:
  • 9th Grade: Acceptance & Acclimation
  • 10th Grade: Social Responsibility
  • 11th Grade: Empathy & Action
  • 12th Grade: Traditions & Transition
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