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What is Project Approach and Why It Works

What is Project Approach and Why It Works When you walk into a Rohan Woods classroom, it might not look like the traditional classroom you expect. You won’t find rows of desks or a teacher lecturing at the front. Instead, you might see third graders deep in research about butterflies—conducting fieldwork in the community, collaborating on ways to ensure their …

Elementary School, Middle School, Parenting, Preschool (Ages 2-4), RWS OverallIndependent Schools, Private School, St Louis Schools

Best Independent Elementary Schools in St. Louis: What to Look For

Best Independent Elementary Schools in St. Louis: What to Look For Choosing the right elementary school is one of the most important decisions a parent can make. In a city like St. Louis—rich with educational options—families are often drawn to the benefits of independent schools: smaller class sizes, mission-driven teaching, and communities that truly know each child. But what makes …

Elementary School, Junior Kindergarten, Parenting, Preschool (Ages 2-4)preschool struggles, rohan woods school, sensory processing, separation anxiety, transitions, transitions for toddlers

When Goodbyes Are Hard: Helping Your Child (and Yourself) at Morning Drop-Off

We’ve all seen it — the clinging arms, the big tears, the wobbling lip. Sometimes, it’s the child who’s struggling at morning drop-off. Sometimes, it’s the parent. And often, it’s both. Saying goodbye can be one of the toughest moments in the school day — especially when your child is feeling anxious, emotional, or simply not ready to separate. At …

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Daily Chores have a Positive Impact on the entire Family

As you are considering a summer routine to keep your children busy AND reduce the summer academic slide, consider this: chores. No matter the age level, daily chores of some sort will have a positive impact on your entire family. Preschool and elementary children benefit from having chores during the summer for several important developmental and practical reasons: Builds Responsibility: …

Class Update Fourth Grade, Leadership, Middle School, News, RWS OverallLeadership, Project, ProjectApproach

Competition builds Confidence and Courage

RWS proudly sponsored the International Academic Competition (IAC), which includes subject-specific contests, including, the National History Bee and Bowl, National Geography Bee, and National Science Bee. Our campus buzzed with energy as 150 academic athletes and their enthusiastic supporters gathered—among them, twelve dedicated Rohan Woods students. The competition was fierce, and the rewards went beyond medals and certificates. At Rohan …

Class Update Science, Elementary School, Leadership, Middle School, News, RWS OverallLeadership, Science Excursion, STEM

Why a Middle School Science Excursion?

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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Volunteering Makes a Difference…

…Support Rohan Woods School with your Time. We are incredibly blessed at our school to consistently have strong parent support. No matter the need, parents are always willing to volunteer to help. Your children take great pride in seeing you at school or knowing that you are participating on a planning committee or working on the book fair. Research indicates …

Leadership, Middle School, News, RWS Overall

Secondary School Offers

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 …

Elementary School, Middle School, News, Parent Association, RWS Overall

Spring Break is More

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 …

Elementary School, Middle School, RWS Overall

Guardians of the School Mission

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 …

What is Project Approach and Why It Works

Best Independent Elementary Schools in St. Louis: What to Look For

When Goodbyes Are Hard: Helping Your Child (and Yourself) at Morning Drop-Off

Daily Chores have a Positive Impact on the entire Family

Competition builds Confidence and Courage

Why a Middle School Science Excursion?

Volunteering Makes a Difference…

Secondary School Offers

Spring Break is More

Guardians of the School Mission

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