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Pupils at Bedales Prep Dunhurst were delighted to find they had raised £2800 for charity after a special end of term fair entitled Helping Other People in Trouble or (HOPIT).

Google Fiber will visit Notre Dame de Sion School to get the school community excited about its new free super-speed internet access.

The Park School of Baltimore announces The Centennial Campaign, the most ambitious fundraising campaign in the school’s history. This endowment campaign will support Financial Assistance, Faculty Salaries, and Professional Development.

Kitsap County's first group of International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Candidates begin their two years of coursework this fall at West Sound Academy, a private school in Poulsbo, WA. The students reflect on what it's like to be in the IB program.

The voters have voiced their opinion and the results speak for themselves, as The Bear Creek School swept all categories for best Preschool, Elementary School, Middle School, High School, and best teacher on the Eastside in 425 Magazine’s annual “The...

Fourteen 4th - 7th graders are traveling from Scotland to England on a 10-day journey abroad as part of the Elementary and Middle School cultural studies program, which allows students to focus on a broad historic period over an entire school year.

Freshman Caleb Ji has qualified to sit for the USA Junior Mathematical Olympiad exam on April 30 and May 1. “Although he has remarkable mathematical abilities, Caleb is quiet and unassuming.

Pupils from Bedales Pre-Prep Dunannie have enjoyed studying subjects inspired by a variety of influences from aeronautical engineering to a stage play of Michael Morpurgo’s Farm...

NEWS ALERT TO: News Desk FROM: Polwhele House DATE:  11th March 2013 Teatime at Polwhele House The children at Truro based Independent School, Polwhele House, held a special event to thank their mums and grandmas last Friday.

Bedales Prep, Dunhurst, has launched an exhibition at the Bedales Gallery this month, showcasing talent across the school community featuring art, textiles, ceramics and design work by pupils, teachers and support staff.

Pupils at Bedales Prep Dunhurst were delighted to find they had raised £2800 for charity after a special end of term fair entitled Helping Other People in Trouble or (HOPIT).

Google Fiber will visit Notre Dame de Sion School to get the school community excited about its new free super-speed internet access.

PCR Cloud Based School Management System stands strong as localized systems suffer from weather.

Annual Global Travel Programs a Signature Element of the Global Engagement Piece of the School’s Mission

The Park School of Baltimore announces The Centennial Campaign, the most ambitious fundraising campaign in the school’s history. This endowment campaign will support Financial Assistance, Faculty Salaries, and Professional Development.

Cate School's Centennial Campaign, launched prior to the 100th year anniversary of the School's founding, has successfully concluded its multi-year fundraising effort.

Kitsap County's first group of International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Candidates begin their two years of coursework this fall at West Sound Academy, a private school in Poulsbo, WA. The students reflect on what it's like to be in the IB program.

College Counselor Bonnie Laughlin Recognized by the Western Association for College Admission Counseling for Decades of Mentorship and Service

Founding Faculty Member and Current Ninth and Tenth Grade Academic Dean Promoted to Lead the Faculty

Magic Hour Communications now lets fans post their comments and photos to their school's website through Live Sports Blogging, accessible through the iPhone, iPad, and Droid.

West Sound Academy (WSA) begins sales today for a fundraising raffle, with cash, travel, and personal technology prizes. Proceeds will be used to purchase additional computers, software, and audio-visual equipment for the school.

Out of thousands of entrants, three pupils at a leading Derbyshire independent school have consistently hit the right notes in auditions for the prestigious National Youth Choirs of Great Britain.

Staff, students and parents at Ockbrook School are celebrating achieving top position in Derbyshire in the Department of Education’s GCSE league tables, published this week.

West Sound Academy (WSA), a private school in Poulsbo, Washington, is inviting local students to compete for scholarships on February 12, 2011 at the school’s second annual Founders’ Scholarship Day.

ForceSelect, the UK’s leading military service leaver recruitment consultancy, is proud to announce an agreement with leading independent school Mill Hill to provide bursaries for the children of military staff and service leavers.

Already Expanding into an Eco-Friendly High School Building, the Carlsbad Independent School Announces Three New Academic Deans and Two New Board Members to Foster Continued Growth

Hillsides Education Center, a special education school in Pasadena serving students who have learning disabilities or severe emotional disturbances, held its commencement ceremony on June 22.

Why home exchange can offer an inexpensive alternative to traditional holidays.

Home exchange as an eco-friendly travel alternative.

Inaugural Vocal Ensemble at Carlsbad Independent School Wins First Place Out of 17 Competing Schools Worldwide

Students of TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas have received highest national honors for their achievement in the study of Latin.

TMI sophomore Tyler McCardle was named a finalist in the San Antonio Neighborhood Film Project for his short film, “How to Spend a Day in San Antonio for Under $5.”

Members of the Corps of Cadets (JROTC) at TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas helped out recently at Heartland Children’s Home in Boerne.

Chapel prefects from TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas, with members of the TMI Altar Guild, assisted with preparations for the April 14 Eucharist at Chapel House in the Bishop Jones Center.

Members of the Junior Classical League (JCL) at TMI – The Episcopal School of Texas brought home Top 10 awards and honors from the Texas State Junior Classical League Convention held March 26-27 at Lake Travis High School in Austin.

Nationally-known Educator will be Introduced to Community at Open House on April 24, 2010

"Weaving Our Voices" explores the complex ways our lives are woven into one another. Art teacher Barbara Westfall, worked with students, asking them to explore their personal interests, identity and voice in weaving, skateboard art and printmaking.

Marking the first day of Fairtrade Fortnight and coinciding with London Fashion Week, students at Bedales School have exhibited the Emma Watson youth clothing range in conjunction with Fair Trade fashion company People Tree.

Pupils from Dunhurst prep school, have spent a day work shadowing in local businesses, ranging from shops (Owens Cycles) farms (Butser Ancient Farm), garages (Petersfield Tyre and Exhaust Services) and construction companies (Casmin Construction).

Children at the Bedales pre-prep school, Dunannie, recently came face to face with an Australian Aborigine, Francis Firebrace.

Following on from the very successful Bedales School visit to Dubai last February, it was the turn of the Dubai students to visit Bedales.

It’s official: Academy of St. Joseph has much to celebrate this holiday season! Join us as we give thanks.

Students Advance Understanding of Politics and International Affairs; Take Home an Additional 12 Individual Delegate Awards

Orinda Academy, an independent, non-profit, co-educational day school for grades 7 through 12 will hold an open house for prospective students and families on Saturday, December 5 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m at 19 Altarinda Road, Orinda, California.

Credentialed journalists are invited to cover the NAIS People of Color Conference and Student Diversity Leadership Conference, December 3-5, 2009, in Denver, Colorado.

Carlsbad Non-Profit, Independent School Designated the Recipient of a Native Plant Donation by Cisco Systems

Carlsbad Independent, Non-Profit School Publicly Kicks Off Breaking New Ground Campaign to Become One of a Few LEED-Certified Campuses Across the Country

Nine Devon Prep seniors recognized, one of the largest numbers in the area.

Non-Profit, Independent School Now on Twitter and Facebook to Serve as an Educational Resource

Cate School announced today that Mackenzie Bohannon, David Crandell, Marina Gutierrez-Jones, Janet Kim, Nathan Li, Stephanie Ruys de Perez, and Harley Sugarman have been named Commended Students in the 2010 National Merit Scholarship Program.

Fifty-seven students at Cate School have earned AP Scholar Awards in recognition of their exceptional achievement on AP Exams.

Tutors International will be exhibiting at London’s Independent Schools Show, presenting information on their full-time tutoring services to families requiring more flexibility than traditional independent education can provide