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May 21, 2021• byChris Kolovos

We Have to Teach Civil Discourse, not Wait for It

Yesterday’s news about the cease-fire between Israel and Hamas came as a welcome sign after days of fear, violence, and tragedy. We extend our sympathy to...

Civil Discourse

October 2, 2020• byChris Kolovos

Reflection on the First Presidential Debate

I held a joint class meeting earlier this week with all 9th and 10th graders to get to know them better. The highlight was a lightning-round Q&A at the...

Civil Discourse

August 30, 2020• byChris Kolovos

A Model of Civil Discourse

On Wednesday, we held a virtual All School Meeting. Even though we could only see one other through individual boxes on a Zoom screen, it felt good to be...