How does Crossroads Academy teach literacy? Recently, there has been some discussion about how different schools approach reading, reading comprehension, and writing. Crossroads Academy has long had a strong literacy program that is intentionally and deliberately integrated across all grades,… Read more >
[See the Photos] To kick off the year, our schoolwide art collaboration focused on the subject of flowers in artworks. I launched it with a famous quote by the French artist Henri Matisse: There are always flowers for those who… Read more >
Do your children tell you that we sing at Lower School Assembly? Last Thursday, as I walked from Lower School Assembly to Bancroft, I caught myself singing “This Land is Your Land” by Arlo Guthrie. It was at full volume,… Read more >
The Garone Zone Cultivating Compassion and Resilience: Partnering with You to Support Your Child’s Social-Emotional Growth By Kathy Garone Chief Wellness Officer As the school year progresses, we continue our focus on creating a supportive and thriving learning environment… Read more >
We are excited to begin preparations for this year’s Family Fall Festival on Wednesday, October 22, from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. This beloved tradition brings our community together for an afternoon of fun, games, and connection—and we need your help to… Read more >
Jessica Lahey is a former Crossroads Academy teacher who, in 2013, wrote a powerful, first-person testament to the transformative potential of character education—especially when it’s deeply embedded, lived authentically, and part of an intentional school culture. As Head of School,… Read more >
Student Spotlight: Jacob Tsai ’30 Kids Graphic Tee Contest Winner Team Primary invited kids ages 5-12 to create and submit an original piece of art that showcases their favorite thing in their favorite color(s). Winners were chosen and will have… Read more >
An unforgettable adventure awaits your child in Barcelona and Paris! We’re thrilled to share that we’re heading to Barcelona and Paris in Spring 2027, and we’d love for your student to join us. This is an incredible opportunity for students… Read more >
Crossroads Academy was the first independent school and third school overall to adopt the Core Knowledge curriculum in 1991. Since that time, the Core Knowledge curriculum has become recognized as a rigorous and thorough tool for learning. Many parents are… Read more >
As we open the doors to a new school year at Crossroads Academy, I want to extend a warm welcome to both new and returning families. It is a privilege to partner with you in the joy and wonder that… Read more >
