Learning this month looks a little bit different than it did last month. Not only for Kirby Hall School, but for schools all around the city, United States, and world. Due to the global Covid-19 pandemic, families are sheltered in place at home while students are learning how to navigate new ways to, well,…
As Texans, we often live by the motto that “everything is bigger and better in Texas.” While that may be true for some things (such as our infamous state pride), in some cases, smaller is actually better–especially in the classroom. Small class size and low student-teacher ratios are frequently lauded for their positive effects on…
Kids (and even parents!) look forward to the summer break all year long. Time away from classes allows families to relax and recharge so they are ready to tackle the next grade ahead. While the freedom from a hectic school schedule is a huge benefit during the summer, the structure of a summer camp alongside…
The holidays are the most popular time of year for volunteering in the community, as the spirit of giving is in the air (and schedules are often more flexible away from work and school). At many schools, however, community service — and service learning — is regularly incorporated into classroom curriculum and lessons throughout the…
MakerSpaces are making waves at schools from coast-to-coast these days. A MakerSpace is a dedicated spot in a classroom or library where students can create, tinker, build, and solve problems in a hands-on way. And as the saying goes…tinkers are thinkers. Whether they are building something entirely from their own imaginations or creating something with…
Kirby Hall School won the 1st Place Trophy for the 2018 PSIA State Championship for the Middle School Division.
Our 3rd grade made a series of Native American diorama presentations for their history unit. See these incredible dioramas!
Kirby Hall has participated in PSIA competitions for over ten years with a history of decisive wins, with the elementary and middle school teams winning first place over 80% of the time.
Kirby Hall School second graders continue to work diligently on their philanthropy project for the Happy Birthday Organization. They have worked since September on this project and have raised $1,200 as of 4/24/17.
