1515 Bennett Avenue

St. Louis, MO 63122

314.821.6270

info@rohanwoods.org

1515 Bennett Avenue

St. Louis MO, 63122

Middle School

Each September, we have the privilege of taking our Fifth and Sixth Grade students on a weeklong science excursion. This year, we will explore the Huntsman Marine Science Centre at the Bay of Fundy in New Brunswick, Canada. This excursion will enable our Middle School students to enjoy student-centered learning in a unique outdoor environment that allows them to examine 
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Kachina Doll Presentations The fifth graders introduced their kachina dolls to the other classes at Rohan Woods by telling the unique story and virtue represented by the doll.  The Hopi were the first indigenous peoples to create kachina dolls to teach children about their history and tradition. They were given to Hopi children during ceremonies, then hung on the wall 
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In the fall of each year, we begin preparing our Rohan Woods Sixth Grade families for the secondary school admissions process. We are extremely fortunate in St. Louis to have so many independent school options, but this can also be overwhelming for parents. Part of our service here at Rohan Woods is to provide guidance for our families to determine 
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Spring Break is more than just a Break ⛱ As we approach a much-anticipated spring break, I want to underscore the significance of this time for our children. Spring break isn’t just a pause on the school calendar, but a perfect time to focus on the overall wellbeing of our children by balancing activities with time to relax. Spring break 
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THE RWS Board of Trustees According to the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the Board of Trustees is the guardian of the school’s mission. It is the Board’s responsibility to ensure that the mission is relevant and vital to the community it serves and to monitor the success of the school in fulfilling its mission. Trustees have the tall 
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HENRY! I-N-S-U-L-A-T-I-O-N | insulation –that was the word that decided the winner of our third annual Spelling Bee. After 30 rounds, we have a winner! Congratulations to Henry in Sixth Grade for winning the third annual Spelling Bee! Henry will go on to compete in Regionals for the state. A special shout out to Greer in Fifth Grade and Adora in 
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Dear Rohan Woods Community: Each year, I ask a handful of Rohan Woods alumni to visit and talk about their Seventh Grade experiences in their new secondary schools with our Sixth Graders. Every alum shares different perspectives on helpful hints for success. Coming back to our school is a great opportunity for our current students to ask “boots on the 
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Rohan Woods School **STAR NIGHT** BABLER STATE PARK All RWS Families and Friends are invited to meet in Babler State Park near the statue of Dr. Babler. FRIDAY — November 10 –5:30p-7p Astronomers from the St. Louis Astronomical Society will set up their handmade telescopes and allow parents and children look through the telescopes at the stars, planets and galaxies. 
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Science instruction at the elementary level is an important component of our programming at Rohan Woods. Science is crucial in fostering curiosity and a love of learning in young minds. Teaching science encourages students to ask questions, explore the world around them, and develop critical thinking skills. It lays the foundation for future science literacy and a deeper understanding of 
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While the Sixth Graders were on their Science Excursion, Ms. Guenther planned for a surprise to be waiting for their return! She assembled furniture and soft seating to create a special area for our Sixth Graders. The Lounge is located in a corner of the Specialty wing. As one of the students was overheard saying, “this is the most relaxing 
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