Crowden Journal

Ideas, insights, and stories from the classroom and the stage

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Third & Fourth Grade Mini-Unit on Aging >

Students explored aging through books, media, and historical comparisons. They interviewed Mr. Mattson, who shared memories of Wheaties, refrigerator-sized computers, and his amazement at cell phones.
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All-School Reading Project: Crowden Students Share Their Love of Reading >

Crowden students shared summer reading projects in a gallery walk, exchanged feedback, and celebrated literacy with mentorship from older peers to younger students.
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Head of School for A Day >

Fourth grader Amelia became Head of School for a day—making decisions, hosting parties, signing letters, and leading with heart and humor.
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Spring Benefit ’25: Tuning To Growth Keynote Address >

Dr. Robert Greenberg celebrates Crowden’s chamber-music vision, its resilience beyond its founder, and calls the community to protect and grow it.
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Third & Fourth Grade Scientists Investigate the Ashfall Fossil Beds >

Third and fourth graders explored volcanoes, erosion, and fossils to solve the mystery of Nebraska’s Ashfall Fossil Beds.
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An Unforgettable Master Class with Violinist Midori >

Students experienced an unforgettable master class with Midori, whose artistry and insight inspired performers and audience alike.
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Learning the Ropes – 6th Grade Field Trip to Cal Adventures >

Sixth graders built trust and courage at UC Berkeley’s ropes course—climbing, belaying, and lifting one another up.
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A Collaborative Writing Lesson at Crowden: How to Turn Feedback into Growth >

Sixth and eighth graders teamed up to explore giving and receiving feedback, turning revision into a shared lesson in growth and collaboration.
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Hands-On History: Learning about the Ohlone >

Lower School students explored Ohlone culture through games, crafts, and land care at Peralta Hacienda Historical Park.

Guest Artists Enrich Morning Music >

Crowden students enjoyed inspiring workshops with Nina Schumann, Derek Tam, and Jennifer Meller, exploring expressive playing and Baroque dance.
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Mock Election at the Crowden School >

Crowden students experienced democracy in action through a schoolwide mock election, learning firsthand how voting shapes communities.
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Civic Learning at Election Time >

Crowden shares how it approaches election season—partnering with families to teach students how to think critically, engage respectfully, and value democracy.