Annual report 2020–2021 | 19
Douglas students learn to ask big questions, collaborate and create, and work to build a better world for everyone. Douglas teachers seek out student passions in order to design rich learning experiences, combining structure and discovery. Student learning is in service to solving complex problems and sharing solutions with a global audience. This year Douglas students were unable to present their exhibitions of learning; instead, there were many creative and interactive all- school events for students, staff, and families. Douglas School believes every student should • experience joy and wonder. • have the opportunity to be brave. • feel valued. • be proud of the work they do.
Some highlights of these events at Douglas include: • An all-school study of Identity featuring local community members including school committee, clergy, and State Representatives from different cultures. This culminated in an all-school art show of how all students celebrate traditions. • All-school video music production of the song “Stand By Me.” • Virtual All School celebrations of Veterans and Memorial Days featuring a collection of veteran stories on Zoom archived for future generations. • Peace Chalk Walk • An all-family online Festival of Cultures featuring interactive cooking, dancing, and travelogues.
• Kindergarten celebrated Global Play Day , exploring many new ways to play and have fun at school. • The whole school live-streamed a Halloween Parade inside the school for families who could not attend • The whole school participated in a “Fun Day” outside treasure hunt in the spring. • Fifth grade organized a very successful All-School food drive for the Acton Food Pantry . • Sixth graders performed several plays, including the Jungle Book’s virtual performance and live outdoor perfor- mances of five Greek Myths.
Chris Whitbeck Principal Jenna Larrenaga Assistant Principal
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