OUR COMMUNITY
All of us at Cabot School are dedicated to ensuring the growth of every student
academically, intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically. We seek to prepare students to dream—and dream big—for their future.
Primary Grades
In pre-k to 2nd grade, students focus on discovery and play, literacy, and problem solving.
Discovery and Play
Education is rooted the concrete, immediate, and observable, including communities (school, home, local), local food sources, seasons, and more.
Problem Solving
Students are navigating what it means to be a good friend by problem-solving with others through play and developing their conflict resolution skills with continued support.
Literacy
Teachers incorporate literacy into everyday experiences to develop a love of learning and build on natural curiosity. By the end of grade two, students can read and write simple paragraphs and are building their comprehension and vocabulary skills.
Elementary Grades
In 3rd through 6th, students conduct hands-on research, explore increasingly complex ideas in science and social studies, and continue to deepen their literacy skills.
Research and Problem Solving
Students ask questions, conduct research, and explore multiple perspectives. They can work with peers to solve problems and make healthy choices in their relationships.
Science and Social Studies
Themes and topics may include Indigenous peoples of the Americas, weather and climate, cultures near and far, simple machines, history of colonization in the Americas, and micro and macro change.
Literacy
By the end of 6th grade, students have the skills to comprehend more complex texts and complete more sophisticated writing tasks.
Middle Grades
Like the elementary grades, the seventh and eight grade curriculum is driven by interdisciplinary learning expeditions and projects built around a central theme.
Interdisciplinary Projects
Projects are anchored by science and social studies and integrate the arts, literacy, and mathematics as much as possible.
Applied Learning
Students research, write papers, take quizzes, reflect, and complete a variety of activities to monitor progress toward defined learning targets. To construct, apply, and synthesize their learning, students create tangible products which we call “learning artifacts.”
Independence and Exploration
Students experience greater independence and take on more responsibility in their learning.
High School Grades
Students in 9th through 12th grade continue their interdisciplinary project-based learning through project studios.
Voice and Choice
Students have the opportunity to select from a variety of projects and electives that focus on applicable skills and honor students’ interests.
Foundational Knowledge
9th and 10th graders engage in a series of six foundational courses that build the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue more advanced study. These foundational courses culminate in creating original works, including a short film and a podcast. Students also practice skills such as public speaking, creative and persuasive writing, and scientific analysis.
Increased Independence
11th and 12th graders have the opportunity to engage in more independent study and advanced courses as well as community internship opportunities.
Our Community Expectations
We seek to develop a learning community where all students belong and experience respect, acceptance, and support. At Cabot School, every student can expect to have the following rights:
The right to an engaging and developmentally appropriate educational experience.
The right to have their ideas and feelings heard and respected.
The right to a safe, supportive, and orderly learning environment.
The right to feel safe during all aspects of a school day, physically and emotionally.
At the same time, all students in our school have the responsibility to preserve and protect the rights of others in our school community. We expect every student will demonstrate:
Respect and consideration for self, others, and our environment.
Responsibility and accountability for themselves, their actions, and their environment.
Kindness and a commitment to develop and demonstrate caring and empathy for all.
Mindfulness, perseverance, and participation at all times during the school day.
Attention to rules and safe behaviors toward self, others, and the environment.
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