Hausner Blog

Tova Syrowicz
By Tova Syrowicz


Step into the world of the California Gold Rush with Hausner's fourth graders! Through immersive journaling, students uncover the trials and triumphs of prospectors, deepening their understanding of history while honing critical thinking skills. Read the blog post by 4th grade teacher Tova Syrowicz to embark on this exciting educational journey.
 

Design Thinking at Hausner
Carol Piraino


This blog post, written by Associate Head of School Carol Piraino, highlights the school's two-year collaboration with Karin Forssell from Stanford, integrating design thinking into primary and middle school education. The partnership focuses on applying design thinking principles to address challenges in curriculum, pedagogy, and instructional strategies, aiming to cultivate creativity, empathy, and critical problem-solving skills among teachers and students.
 

Jerry Brodkey
Jerry Brodkey, Upper School Math Teacher


In this blog post, written by Upper School Math Teacher Jerry Brodkey, he reflects on his experiences growing up in a traditional Jewish community in Sioux City, Iowa, contrasting it with the inclusive and question-driven environment at Hausner. In the post, Jerry discusses how students at Hausner explore prayer in diverse ways through varied Tefillah groups and guest speakers from different spiritual paths.
 

"I Just Got Back From Israel": A Hausner Parent's Solidarity Trip
Mallary Alcheck


Embark on a heartfelt journey with Hausner parent Mallary Alcheck as she shares her profound experience in Israel, navigating the complexities of a solidarity trip during challenging times. In her poignant blog post, "I Just Got Back From Israel," Mallary unveils the inspiring stories of resilience, unity, and hope she encountered, offering a unique perspective on the unwavering spirit of the Israeli people.


 

LIfe Skills: How to fold a fitted sheet
Jody Passanisi, Director of Upper School


In this blog post, written by Jody Passanisi, Director of Upper School, discover how our students in both the Upper and Lower School embrace the spirit of inquiry-based learning, showcasing their passion for science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on projects. From egg-lander designs to coding, the fair is a celebration of exploration, collaboration, and the boundless potential within our Hausner community.