Many students and their parents feel a very healthy and normal sense of sadness at separation. Difficult separations are often rooted in fear of the unknown when it comes to a new situation, but difficulties with separation is a phase, it is perfectly natural, and it will pass.
There are going to be a few changes in the lunches coming from the Harwood Cafe this year. While many of the delicious favorites will remain, this year I’m going to begin introducing new flavors, new cultures, and new ingredients to our menu.
Due to the curious nature of young children, they are very interested in what others are eating. When we cook together, we are all eating the same thing, which helps children focus more on eating .
Downtown Albuquerque News recently interviewed Executive Director and Head of School, Friedje vanGils about her retirement, what comes next, and what’s in store for the future of Escuela del Sol and Harwood Arts Center.
We are pleased to introduce the newest member of our teaching team, Ms. Nicole Duran, who will be working in the Primary Yellow Room with Ms. Shardae LeDouix.
June 1, 2021, marked ONE YEAR of uninterrupted, in-person operation for our students through the global Covid-19 pandemic.
Escuela students had the unique opportunity to help longtime Harwood artist, Mark Horst, complete his public art installation, “Blessing Hands”.
Our line of shirts, onesies, beanies, baseball caps, eco-friendly totes, and mugs feature the classic Escuela Logo and Escuela Peace/Love/Community design. Stock up today and show your Escuela Pride!
Explore everything our thriving campus has to offer in this Instagram Campus Tour!
The curriculum for adolescents, beginning in 7th grade, ushers in a new stage of development. Students’ needs and potential are supported by increasingly sophisticated work, choices, and responsibilities. The two years students spend in Jr. High weave academic research and skills with experiences that connect these emerging adults to the real work of adulthood.
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