On Wednesday, while our Upper Schoolers were away enjoying their class trips, the Middle School charged into their first Community Day of the year. Community Days bring the Middle School together to bond and learn just how to be a CA community member–how to solve problems, set healthy boundaries, embrace difference, and lean into open and authentic dialogues with one another–all while having a lot of fun.

During the first Community Day of 2023, our 6th grade participated in their first Backpack Buddies service event, learning about food insecurity and economics with a hands-on shopping excursion to purchase food items on a budget for families at our partner school. Our 7th grade heard from a panel of local community experts–including some CA parents–who shared their experiences of immigrating to the United States. The 8th grade had their knowledge (and coordination) tested during A(advisory)-Lympics, competing in a wide array of activities and team-building exercises.