The Importance of Questions at Bixby
by Sarah Brown Nina approached me at the beginning of January with a folder full of our past newsletters from 1999-2001 called the Bixby Snapshot. I will be sharing short excerpts of the reinvented...
The Importance of Free Time at Bixby
One of the many ways that Bixby is unique is the middle school-type schedule for elementary students. This is a key strategy for how we frame our curriculum/class time and how our students practice...
Bixby’s ACIS Accreditation
On January 19th, the Association of Colorado Independent Schools (ACIS) Board approved Bixby School’s application for accreditation. We are so proud! For the past several years, our trustees,...
Discover Spanish at Bixby!
“Teaching language is not just about grammar, syntax, etc, but it’s about the culture. Culture is the most important aspect.” At Bixby, Spanish is a part of the Kindergarten-5th curriculum....
Allyson’s Beginning with Bixby Math
Allyson Rosenbloom is the Math Department Chair/4th-5th Grade Math Teacher. Allyson continues to create a fun and engaging environment for Bixby students! It was August of 2010 when I got my first...The Start of a New Bixby School Year
The emotional energy in the air on Monday as we started the 2022-23 school year was palpable. While I can honestly say it felt overwhelmingly positive and exciting, it is important to acknowledge...
Creative Thinking In The Bixby Classroom
Creativity requires a safe environment in which to play and take risks. At Bixby, it’s up to us to establish this kind of supportive classroom. Creativity is the most challenging thinking skill to...Inside The Bixby Classroom – Challenging Topics
I am so excited to share with you some glimpses into our classrooms this week. The vignettes below from our faculty are beautiful examples of the many ways we nurture, celebrate and discover...