Big Thinkers Blog Archives - Kingswood Oxford

Big Thinkers Blog

Thoughts and insights from KO’s leadership team and faculty

 

Wouldn’t having educational tips and trends from leading educational experts at your fingertips be great? That’s the intention behind our Big Thinkers Blog. Here, Kingswood Oxford teachers share their insights and knowledge about practices that work in their classrooms, making them come alive, administrators provide useful industry-related information, and counselors share how they support student wellness so you can, too.

 

Whether these articles are KO-specific or general educational updates, or whether you are a parent or educator, our Big Thinkers Blog is a candid and engaging go-to resource for all things school and student-related.

October 30, 2024

Hands-on Discovery Powers Deep Understanding 

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October 21, 2024

Making Art: A Process of Self-Discovery

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April 10, 2024

Achieving Spanish Fluency in Both Language and Culture

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April 02, 2024

Math Students Build Problem-Solving Skills Through Active Engagement, Collaboration

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February 28, 2024

History Class & Hands-On Learning: Devising Projects To Enhance Life in Hartford Region 

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December 11, 2023

Tuition Prices of Connecticut Private Schools

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December 04, 2023

Beyond the Byline:  KO Journalists Gain Skills and Confidence

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November 28, 2023

KO’s Esports Team Fosters Teamwork, Fitness, and Fun 

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November 13, 2023

A Small but Important Step in Teaching  Students To Speak Clearly and Concisely 

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August 28, 2023

Miracles in the Marshes: Students Find Their Place in Science

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July 26, 2023

How Can I Ensure My Child is Using the Internet Safely

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July 06, 2023

How Feedback vs. Grades Helps Students Grow

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December 13, 2022

Training a Young Person’s Observant Eye

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September 29, 2022

The Perils of Perfectionism and Delay

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May 26, 2022

Pandemic Underscores Importance of Social Emotional-Wellness

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April 19, 2022

A Mindful Education

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March 15, 2022

Built-In Free Time Refreshes Middle Schoolers

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March 09, 2022

Antics in the Attic: Immersing Students in the Joy of Learning

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January 19, 2022

Striving for Balance and Flexibility in Teaching & Grading

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January 10, 2022

Restorative Circle Builds Character and Community

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December 07, 2021

Language Provides Access to a Wider World

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November 30, 2021

Statistics and Economics Plunge Students into the Real World

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November 11, 2021

Preparing Students for the Metaphors of Life

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November 04, 2021

Sharing the Joy of Math

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January 28, 2021

Teachers Pursue Professional Development to Meet Pandemic Challenges

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January 28, 2021

New Methods, Schedules for In Person Classes Provide Expanded Opportunities for Learning

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December 01, 2020

Applying to College in the Age of COVID

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November 06, 2020

What Parents Should Know About Online Learning

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March 05, 2020

Community as Classroom: KO Initiates Program to Engage Students in Local Learning

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February 20, 2020

River of Learning: Seventh Graders To Embark on Interdisciplinary Expedition

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January 17, 2020

How Does a Community Stay Committed to its Mission

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January 16, 2020

The Five Qualities of Effective Leaders

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January 09, 2020

Centering on Students is Our Twenty-First Century Vision

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December 19, 2019

Practices Sharpen Skills & Boost Camaraderie

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November 14, 2019

KO Will Shape Its Future With Strategic Vision

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November 07, 2019

Vaping is Addictive, Dangerous and Deadly

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October 28, 2019

Collaborative Learning Groups Help Teachers Create New Ways to Foster Equity and Student Ownership

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September 24, 2019

Seven Student Goals for Technology in the Classroom

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September 16, 2019

Creating an Equitable Class to Support Student Ownership

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August 23, 2019

What Does Student Ownership Look Like

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April 29, 2019

Students Thrive Best When They Know Their Learning Styles

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March 28, 2019

Forget College Rankings: Seek a College that Will Engage Your Unique Attributes

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February 22, 2019

Keeping Our Digital Data Secure

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February 13, 2019

Student-Led Discussions: Developing Communicators & Critical Thinkers

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January 29, 2019

YES…And

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January 14, 2019

How Collaborative Learning Helps Students Flourish

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December 04, 2018

10 Reasons Why KO Middle Schoolers Thrive

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November 12, 2018

Exploring Issues of Race and Equity in our Classroom

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November 01, 2018

How Parents Can Help Teens Deal with Peer Pressure

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June 04, 2018

How Can Kids Keep Their Brains Sharp During Summer Vacation

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May 18, 2018

The Future Classroom: What New Technologies will Students Soon Be Using?

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May 01, 2018

Preparing Students for a Multi Cultural World

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April 20, 2018

Five Reasons Why Top Athletes Play Multiple Sports

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February 21, 2018

Why I Love Working with Middle Schoolers

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January 18, 2018

How Can We Empower Students to Take Ownership of Their Own Learning?

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January 08, 2018

Five Winning Strategies for Writing Papers

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December 18, 2017

How Parents Can Model Good Sportsmanship

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December 14, 2017

What Colleges are Looking For in Applicants (It’s Not What You Think)

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December 04, 2017

How to Help Children Cope with Political Polarization

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November 17, 2017

Five Winning Strategies for Test Prep

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October 24, 2017

To Rescue or Not to Rescue

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October 16, 2017

Questions to Ask When Pondering Paths

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March 23, 2017

The Celebration of Teachers and the Teaching Profession

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March 03, 2017

How the Senior Thesis Project Fosters Scholarship and Exploration

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December 15, 2022

Celebrating the Roberts Theater in a Night to Remember

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Upper School Fireside Chat December 11

The Fireside Chat allows prospective families to engage in conversations with the Head of the Upper School, Lisa Loeb, the Dean of Students, Kata Baker, the Director of Athletics, Josh Balabuch, and the Director of Performing Arts, Kyle Reynolds. Conversation topics include KO’s philosophy on academics, student life, athletics, and the arts. Join us to envision how your child can thrive in school and beyond! What a difference a day makes!

 

Wednesday, December 11, 2024, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

 

Alumni Hall

Register through your Ravenna Account or email [email protected].