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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
An Unforgettable Master Class with Violinist Midori
Students experienced an unforgettable master class with Midori, whose artistry and insight inspired performers and audience alike.
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.
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.
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.
Mock Election at the Crowden School
Crowden students experienced democracy in action through a schoolwide mock election, learning firsthand how voting shapes communities.
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.
Celebrating Día De Muertos at Crowden
Crowden students honored Día de Muertos by decorating sugar skulls, learning about Mexican traditions, remembrance, and celebrating loved ones’ lives.
Classroom Spotlight: Gaming Ancient Mesopotamia
Sixth graders brought Ancient Mesopotamia to life by designing interactive board games about farming, hierarchy, and survival in the Fertile Crescent.
Music and Baseball: Two Favorite Things
Crowden celebrated Anne Crowden’s love of music and baseball at an Oakland Ballers game, featuring alumni performing the national anthem.
Crowden Night at Oakland Ballers
Join Crowden at Raimondi Park on August 28 as the Oakland Ballers face the Idaho Falls Chukars—$10 of every $24 ticket supports Crowden!
I am and will be forever grateful
A seventh grader’s reflection reveals how chamber music nurtures listening, empathy, and connection—embodying Anne Crowden’s vision of raising “virtuoso children