The Willow School's student-led Genius Hour was featured on NJ News 12's Education Matters segment this week! Practiced by innovative companies like Google, at Willow, the program gives Grade 3, 4, and 5 students dedicated time to explore a passion or interest and...
Experiential Learning
The Intentional Curriculum: How Students Grow at Willow
Learning is connected every step of the way at The Willow School. Our integrated academic program engages students on a deep intellectual level, harnesses their curiosity and creativity, and encourages them to take ownership of their education. At Willow, children...
See Imaginative Inquiry in Action at Willow
"Play is the work of the child.” - Maria Montessori Imagine your child could be as engaged and absorbed at school as they are when they’re playing. This takes place every day at The Willow School, and it’s so much more than simply making learning fun. One of the ways...
Rainbow People: Self-Discovery & Community in Kindergarten
Who am I? The kindergarten Class of 2018 answered this question in a special year-end celebration of the culmination of their studies of the self hat incorporated social studies, language, art, acting, and music. Kindergarten students explore the self throughout the...
First Graders Build Model Town
The Willow School’s first graders built their own town on Willow’s campus as the culmination of their lessons on community on Friday, June 1. Willow’s Community in the Woods serves not only as a celebration of the students’ learning, but also as a fundraiser for...
Exploring School Options: Private vs. Public
As you explore your school options, ask yourself: what do I want from my child’s school experience? What does my child need from his or her teachers and school community? What is the goal of my child's education? I bet you didn’t answer, “I hope my child adequately...
The Common App Essay & Genius Hour
Earlier this year, The Common Application, used by more than 800 colleges and universities, announced their seven 2019-20 essay prompts. Number six on the list is an essay question introduced last year: Describe a topic, idea, or concept you find so engaging that it...
Willow Grade 8 Designs “Space Museum” to Launch May 15
This year, Willow's eighth grade class is tackling an incredibly unique, student-led STEAM project: a "Space Museum." What is a Space Museum? It's a collection of art that the eighth graders have created together, centered on identity and self-expression, attached to...
Eighth Graders Launch Space Museum STEAM Project
Written by eighth graders Cambria and Maddie We drove up to the rolling fields of Scranton, PA. Instantly, we were in awe of the large, beautiful property around us. From this magnificent farm, we would launch our weather balloon with the artistic payload that we...
Willow Middle Schoolers Excel in 2020 National Latin Exam
Congratulations to our Grade 7 and 8 Latin students, who did an excellent job on the National Latin Exam this year! Once again, Willow's class averages are well above national averages. We’re so proud of you all for challenging yourselves with this difficult exam!...