Posts by Andrea Cordts
Cameron Smith Featured on Voyage Chicago
Voyage Chicago wrote an article about how Cameron Smith, co-founder and CEO of Bennett Day School, launched Bennett Day School. Click here to view the full article and to read…
Read MoreWhat is Singapore Math?
When a student struggles in math class, it’s easy for parents to assume math is just not the child’s strong suit. This may not be the case. Instead, it could…
Read MoreBennett Day School – Upper School Receives HTHGSE New School Creation Fellowship
As the opening of the Upper School at Bennett Day School nears, our tailored curriculum has received yet another boost: acceptance into the High Tech High Graduate School of Education…
Read MoreWhat is Project-Based Learning?
Project-based learning is a deeper form of learning that offers many educational benefits and is proven to be effective for many students. Children are often ill-prepared for the real-world situations…
Read MoreEssential Book List: Fantastical Creatures
Creatures of fantasy and the unknown are always fascinating to children – and adults! – offering ways to explore new ideas and expand the imagination. It is important to send…
Read MoreSummer Camp Highlight: Field Trip Camp
Summer camp planning is underway, and Bennett Day Camp is filled with choices for just about every camper. In addition to a variety of stay-and-play experiences, we’re offering a unique…
Read MoreHow the Chicago Tech Surge is Shaping Education
Many large corporations have been relocating their headquarters to downtown Chicago, bringing with them young or expecting families. According to Martin Moran, lead designer of the Bennett Day School Upper…
Read MoreProgressive Summer Camp Options for Pre-K through Middle School Kids
Summer camp enrollment deadlines are fast approaching! Bennett Day School will morph into Bennett Day Camp this year, offering a choose-your-own-adventure-style day camp experience at its West Town campus. Each…
Read MoreStudent Project: Rearranged Classroom
Bennett Day School prides itself on developing lifelong learners and leaders across all grade levels. A great example of how we foster these skills is through an adaptive learning program…
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