As founder of Springwell, I deeply contemplate — on a daily basis — what students (and humans) need in order to thrive, not just in the future, but right now, in this very moment.

In my early youth, I was an excellent student, an identity that led me to Harvard Law. I learned to out-perform within controlled environments.

Dr. King said that the “arc of the moral universe is long but bends toward justice.” I often wonder, is that true?

Are we actually bending toward justice? When I have doubt, though, I look closely at the Springwell community. I see peace, I see belonging, I see love.

Curiosity peaked from a Pharoah Halloween costume leads to weeks of Egyptology study in our Upper Elementary classroom. With emergent curriculum, our teachers observe the students and skillfully weave the student interests together with science, cultural studies, language arts and math curriculum.

Interested in a Springwell education full of fascination and engagement for your child? Apply today.

Happy Earth Day! We celebrate with song, appreciation, art, composting, waste reduction and more!

How can we help our middle schoolers navigate this awful and awesome time of growth, change, and development in more empowering ways?

Today marks the first time in our nation’s history that we celebrate this important day together, officially, as a nation.

In a mixed-aged classroom, you are never always the youngest or oldest. Mixed-aged classrooms give students the opportunity to hold a diversity of roles throughout their school experience.

At Springwell, to fascinate and enthrall is our intention when we give wide open space for student interests to drive their learning.

How exactly do you teach math in a mixed-age classroom? Can one teacher support multiple levels of learning in one setting? The answer is yes, absolutely! Learn more about mixed-level learning here.

Springwell happily celebrates Earth Day every day! Learn about Springwell’s Gardening, Cooking and Compost programs. 2021 Spring Programs are partially supported by the Chesapeake Bay Trust.