Achieving Academic Excellence Through Joyful Learning
A message from Head of School Stacy Penson I just finished reading The Future of Smart by Ulcca Joshi Hansen after seeing her Ted Talk with the same name. Hansen’s book is a reminder to me of why we started our elementary level almost ten years ago. As families in our preschool urged us to consider opening a kindergarten […]
Elementary School Learners Make A Difference in Miami Beach
The Innovative School of Temple Beth Sholom hosted its annual Earth Summit on Thursday, May 7, bringing together learners, educators, and families for a day dedicated to climate awareness, learner-led research, and community engagement. Featuring Key Note Speaker: Rachel Silverstein of Miami Waterkeeper The 2026 Earth Summit featured keynote speaker Rachel Silverstein, an American marine […]
Second Grade Investigates Water Pollution
Second grade learners dove into an investigation of water pollution in the Innovation Lab, exploring its many forms and how it impacts Florida’s diverse habitats. Using our state-of-the-art microscopes, they zoomed in on real water samples, made discoveries, and strengthened their observation and inquiry skills.
Our Second Grade Everglades Adventure
Last Thursday, our second-grade learners, the Mangroves, journeyed to Shark Valley, a part of Everglades National Park. It was a bright and crisp morning and a beautiful day to see the beauty of the Everglades, our region’s “river of grass.” You can also follow along with our journey by watching a reel of the trip here. […]
Our Jewish Calendar
“Time on earth is a pattern of wheels within wheels – the day, the week, the seasons, the year – and on each of the wheels Judaism has set its stamp.” These are the words of famous author and Pulitzer prizewinner, Herman Wouk. The Jewish holidays, our Torah, and Israel connect us to our Jewish […]