A Curious Mind

Katie Gonring, USM's Middle School Drama Teacher and Theater Coordinator explains the process and opportunities that 5th-8th graders have to experience all the magic that takes place in the theater. Whether in the spotlight, or behind the scenes, the theater has a place for every student.

Dr. Avis Leverett & Claudia Fritz discuss the schools' ability to pivot and create an entire virtual summer program in a short amount of time. There are 75 classes and options being offered to 1st-12th graders throughout the summer. To register and find out more, please visit: www.usmk12.org/summer

Laura Blanchet, 4th grade teacher at University School of Milwaukee talks about how her team implemented one of the only capstone projects to take place in the country at the 4th grade level.

University School of Milwaukee 1st Grade Teacher & English Department Chair, Katie Lee describes her literacy lessons in her classroom, as well as what parents can do at home with their children to enhance reading skills and fluency.

Resources from this episode:

https://www.getepic.com/

https://www.vooks.com/

https://www.readbrightly.com/

Lafayette Crump '91, talks to the recent 2020 graduates about how to recognize and utilize their privilege to ensure a better future for all. With his extensive educational and professional background, he gives our most recent grads a perspective that will carry them through their college years and beyond.

To watch the 2020 Commencement, check out our video: www.usmk12.org/2020commencement.