Academics

May 27, 2026

Reading Aloud Still Matters — Even in Middle Shool

Our literacy team spent a year studying what happens when teachers carve out fifteen minutes a day to read aloud to seventh and eighth graders. The results surprised everyone — including the skeptics.

Dr. Maya Okonkwo

Director of Literacy

8 min read

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Student Life

Helping your child build a homework routine that actually sticks

Practical, evidence-backed strategies for families who want fewer evening battles and more steady progress.

Jamie Rivera

6 MIN READ

Student Life

Our spring volunteer drive kicks off — here's how to join

From library reading buddies to garden coordinators, our families bring the campus to life every spring.

Eric Brooks

5 MIN READ

Student Life

Why we still teach cursive — and the cognitive case behind it

Research from our literacy specialists on why pen-and-paper still earns a place in the digital classroom.

Jamie Rivera

6 MIN READ

The Charter School of Excellence Briefing.

One thoughtful email each month: classroom stories, parenting research worth your time, and the dates you don't want to miss.

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Reading Aloud Still Matters — Even in Middle Shool

Helping your child build a homework routine that actually sticks

Our spring volunteer drive kicks off — here's how to join

Why we still teach cursive — and the cognitive case behind it

CSE Student Privacy and Video Cameras

Applications for Free and Reduced Priced Meals to Be Completed Every School Year

Volunteer Hours Required

The Charter School of Excellence Briefing.