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Students of all ages participate in our music program SCHOOL NEWS Lesley Ellis Stands With AAPI Community In the wake of the shootings in Atlanta this week, we at Lesley Ellis School and Schools for Children, join the many other organizations that are expressing their sympathy for the victims, their outrage and, as educators, their responsibility to address the root causes... read more Anti-bias Curriculum is Front and Center at Lesley Ellis At this time in our nation's history it's more important than ever that our children learn how to think critically and compassionately. The LES anti-bias curriculum is the compass that guides our community. Through our comprehensive, school-wide approach, students learn about themselves and those... read more Go Beyond an Awareness of Racism Lesley Ellis School is participating in a very special virtual event and you’re invited to participate. On Wednesday, March 3 at 5 p.m., a special webinar talk will be held featuring New York Times best-selling author Ibram X. Kendi. His talk, titled, Go Beyond... read more Soup and a Sandwich It's January. It's cold. The pandemic is still on. And we're in the throes of an unprecedented second impeachment. We need something warm and comforting. Soup and sandwiches to the rescue! Thanks to Liam Nolan (Kindergarten teacher) and Sarah West (Grade 5 teacher) who... read more Middle School Open House Join us at our virtual Middle School Open House on Wednesday, October 28 at 7:00 p.m. You'll have a chance to learn about the middle school curriculum, meet and talk with the middle school director, and connect with other middle school faculty. We hope... read more Early Childhood Open House Join us at our virtual Early Childhood Open House on Wednesday, October 7 at 7:00 p.m. You'll have a chance to learn about our curriculum, chat with the early childhood director, and meet other early childhood faculty. We hope to see you there! To... read more School Has Begun! The orange doors are open and once again children are back in our classrooms. More than 200 students are part of the Lesley Ellis community this year. Each morning, families arrive, check in, and students make their way safely to their classrooms where teachers... read more Little Learners Series Join us virtually for one of our Little Learners Series on the first Thursday of every month. This series is for parents and children ages 2 - 5. There will be stories, songs, and a variety of fun, educational activities. Invite a friend or... read more Welcome Back! Teachers have been working hard organizing their rooms and preparing to welcome students back to Lesley Ellis beginning Wednesday, September 9th. It will be good to have students back in the hallways and classrooms. And despite the changes in protocol due to COVID, the... read more 2020 Re-opening Information and Forms Summer is winding down and parents and students are beginning to look ahead to the upcoming school year. We have been hard at work all summer on our reopening plan for the fall. School will undoubtedly look and feel a bit different but the... read more How to Talk to Your Child About Race On Tuesday, July 21 at 7 p.m., Lesley Ellis School will hold an open to the public Zoom talk about how to speak to your children about race. We'd love to have you join us! See the invitation below and email Tricia Moran (tmoran@lesleyellis.org)... read more Get Plugged IN this Summer! The Lesley Ellis Summer Program is online this summer. Check out the offerings on our Summer Program page on the website and sign up today. There's something for everyone! read more Racism In a recent Deanne's Notebook, Head of School Deanne Benson recently shared her thoughts about racism in our country. The following is an excerpt. "As a white person, I wear my white privilege every day. My experiences are not those of my black friends.... read more Auction 2020 Is On! Join us for a fun online auction to support Lesley Ellis! We hope to see you there. Watch your email for upcoming information and how to join us via Zoom. read more Scavenger Hunt Feeling a little restless? Looking for something fun and different to do? Join us for this self-directed, stay in your car scavenger hunt! Click the "read more" button below to get all of the details and clues about this fun for the whole family... read more Science Fair Goes Virtual What can happen over 3 days and 19 hours of online Zoom meetings? The annual Lesley Ellis Science Fair! Despite the new model of teaching and learning that we’re all subject to these days, our intrepid scientists could not be deterred. With the guidance... read more Lesley Ellis Live! It's the final installment of our Lesley Ellis LIve! series. This time featuring music teacher Rob Lesley. Join us by emailing admission director, Tricia Moran: tmoran@lesleyellis.org. read more Lesley Ellis Delivers Supplies to Local Hospital It's an extraordinary time. We're all learning new ways of living, working, and interacting with one another. First responders and health care workers are on the front lines when it comes to battling COVID19. It's been well documented that supplies for health care workers... read more Cabin Fever Week at Lesley Ellis It's been a tradition for several years. And it continues this year, even though we are remote learning. Cabin Fever week festivities are happening virtually. Students, faculty, staff, and even parents are participating in the fun. Each day features a different sartorial theme. Check... read more Preschoolers Eyes Light Up Preschoolers and Electricity. Doesn’t sound like the best combination, right But at Lesley Ellis the study of circuitry is not only educational but fun….and safe! Wondrous phrases such as, “On, off, on off” or “ "Touching the motor makes my finger dizzy!" or “Put... read more Ready for Kindergarten? Do you have a little one who is about ready to start Kindergarten? Do you have questions about Kindergarten programs and what environment is best for your child? On February 4 from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Lesley Ellis School, get all of your... read more Going Gaga at Lesley Ellis What is Gaga? Is it the feeling you have when you see your beloved? The sound a newborn makes? Or maybe it's how you feel when you first smell and then taste a warm chocolate chip cookie. Gaga is all of those things. But... read more Preschoolers and Octopi Whether you choose to call more than one octopi or octopuses (both are accepted!), when combined with an energetic preschool class, adept teachers, and dedicated parents, the result is a memorable learning experience. O...