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October
Cultural Competence
October 20, 2019
Today I attended the 2nd Annual Families of Color Conference hosted by DFW Private Education. Clariden was a proud sponsor of the conference alongside…
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October
Let’s Talk About Homework
October 3, 2019
There are numerous philosophies on homework. Some schools give countless hours of homework and others no homework. At Clariden, we follow the research that…
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June
Clariden Wins US STEM Clean Energy Competition 2019
June 7, 2019
Clariden’s middle school team was awarded 1st place at the United States Super STEM Competition (USSSC) for 2019. The team participated in the Clean…
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April
Clariden Takes 1st Place at Odyssey of the Mind State Competition 2019
April 16, 2019
Clariden Takes 1st place at Odyssey of the Mind State Competition 2019 – Headed to World Finals High School Team Awarded for Exceptional Talent…
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March
Clariden High School Team Takes 1st at Odyssey of the Mind Regional Tournament 2019
March 6, 2019
Clariden High School Team Takes 1st Place at Odyssey of the Mind Regional Competition 2019 – 2 Teams Advance to STATE finals Self-Powered Vehicles Highlight…
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February
Did My Mom …?
February 15, 2019
I had a student approach me this morning. He was very anxious (unlike him), talking quick, (a fluid speaker but faster than normal), and…
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February
It’s Admissions Season
February 5, 2019
This is the time of year where private, independent schools across the nation engage in, what is commonly referred to in our field as, “Admissions Season”. At Clariden…
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January
Clariden’s Middle School Girls’ Team Ranked 4th Place at VEX Robotics Competition
January 31, 2019
Clariden had six middle school teams compete in the VEX Robotics IQ Challenge for 2018-2019. One regional qualifying competition was held December 15, 2018…
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November
There is much to be grateful for!
November 19, 2018
There is much to be grateful for! As we head into this Thanksgiving week, I thought that it would be appropriate for me to…
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October
Building Character – It Doesn’t Happen Overnight
October 28, 2018
Building Character – It Doesn’t Happen Overnight Parents, schools, universities and corporations want individuals that have strong character. When talking with admissions officers this…
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October
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September
What’s a Lawnmower Parent?
September 18, 2018
Most parents are familiar with the term “helicopter” parent. It’s been a term that’s been around for quite some time. The helicopter parent hovers…
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July
I Wish School Was Like This When I Was a Kid
July 31, 2018
Often times we hear our parents say that they wish they could have gone to a school like Clariden when they were a kid….
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April
Two Clariden Teams Take 1st Place at Odyssey of the Mind
April 26, 2018
Two Clariden Teams Take 1st Place at Odyssey of the Mind State Competition 2018 – Headed to World Finals Middle School and High School Teams…
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April
Helicopter Parenting
April 24, 2018
Are you helicoptering? Last week my parenting class explored the topic of helicopter parents. There is a significant amount of research that states the…
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April
2018 Art Show & Auction
April 12, 2018
One of our new families asked me the other day what’s the Art Show and Auction. I think the best explanation is that the…
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March
Exceeding College Measurements
March 31, 2018
I want to share with you some of the reasons why our students do so well when applying to colleges. Some of the things…
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February
2 Clariden Teams Named State Finalists — Odyssey of the Mind
February 26, 2018
Two Teams from The Clariden School Advance to State Tournament for Odyssey of the Mind Competition 2018 Two Additional Medals Awarded to Clariden for…
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February
Curriculum That Connects Grade-to-Grade
February 2, 2018
1. Clariden offers across all grade levels content time (these are core subjects – Math, Language Arts, Social Studies and Science). During content time…
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January
A Lesson In Netiquette
January 22, 2018
A Lesson In Netiquette! Last week I wrote about the significance of Social Emotional Learning and how it benefits students’ development. This week I’ve…
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January
Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Programs
January 14, 2018
What are SEL programs and why do they matter? Welcome back and Happy New Year! It is wonderful to have all our students back…
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December
Harvard’s “Making Caring Common” Project
December 8, 2017
“Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care.” – Theodore Roosevelt Over the weekend at the parenting class I teach,…
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December
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November
College Ready?
November 8, 2017
I was doing some research the other day on the SAT that is used for college admissions. One of the data points, stated “the…
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November
Cougar P.R.I.D.E.
November 1, 2017
Over the summer, as I connected with admissions officers, one common theme emerged from our conversations. When asking the admissions officers what their respective…
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October
Prepping Our College-Bound Seniors
October 4, 2017
As I work closely with our upcoming graduating seniors, I’m reminded of the hard work and worries that go along with applying to college….
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September
Practicing Empathy (Part 2)
September 27, 2017
Today was a great day! It was a cupcake day! Not just one cupcake but a two cupcakes day! Today I was offered two…
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September
Practicing Empathy
September 21, 2017
There’s a new book I’ve been reading that I’m thoroughly enjoying. It’s titled: “UnSelfie: Why Empathetic Kids Succeed in Our All-About-Me World” by Michele…
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May
Clariden Wins US Super STEM Architecture Division Competition
May 15, 2017
Clariden’s middle school and high school team’s “Tiny House” project met the specific criteria for the architectural division of the United States Super STEM Competition….
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April
Clariden Named National Finalist for Team America Rocketry Challenge 2017
April 19, 2017
MIDDLE SCHOOL – HIGH SCHOOL TEAM HEADS TO WASHINGTON, D.C. Southlake, TX – April 19, 2017 – The Clariden School, a North Texas leader…
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April
Clariden Named State Champion for “Odyssey of the Mind” Competition 2017
April 19, 2017
HIGH SCHOOL TEAM HEADS TO WORLD FINALS IN MAY 2017 Southlake, TX – April 19, 2017 – The Clariden School, a North Texas leader…
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February
Clariden Wins 1st Place “Odyssey of the Mind” Regionals!
February 28, 2017
We have accomplished some amazingly big things at Clariden for being a school of our size. While competing at the BEST competition several years…
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February
To Communicate or Not?
February 20, 2017
While teaching at the university level, I had the opportunity to teach a course called Practicum. As a part of this course, students worked…
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February
What’s Hygge?
February 5, 2017
What’s Hygge? Pronounced: HOO-GA Hygee is a Danish term that according to Meik Wiking, CEO of the Happiness Research Institute in Copenhagen is the…
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February
Leadership & Being Humble
February 5, 2017
I teach a parenting class each weekend and one of the members of my class was interested in gaining insight into how to teach…
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February
Clariden & Project Based Learning: How We’re Different
February 3, 2017
We’re heading into what in the private school world is referred to as “admissions season”. Over the course of the past several weeks I’ve…
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November
How Do Gaps in Learning Occur?
November 14, 2016
I’m a firm believer that there are no silly questions. All questions are worthy to be asked. The educator in me knows that even the silliest of questions can lead to…
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April
Pre-Teen Through Early Adolescence Development
April 12, 2016
Several of our families have asked me to do a Cougar U on the development of children pre-teen through early adolescence (9 years to…
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April
Annual Art Show & Auction Huge Success
April 12, 2016
Many thanks to all our families, extended families and friends who shared Saturday night’s Art Show and Auction with us. What a FUN night we had…
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April
Juniors Headed to Cornell University and Huyck Research Program This Summer
April 12, 2016
While most high school students long for no formal education during the summer, two Clariden juniors opted to continue their learning experiences by applying to…
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January
The Importance of Play and Recess in School
January 28, 2016
Many thanks to all of the families and teachers that joined us on Saturday morning for Cougar U. Learning the science behind why play is…
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January
Girls High School Team Named “Best in State Winner” in Verizon Innovative App Challenge
January 28, 2016
Four Clariden students were recently named Best in State Winners in the Verizon Innovative App Challenge. The nationwide contest challenged middle and high school students to…
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December
Lessons from a Four Year Old
December 4, 2015
In February of 2014, Society Life Magazine published a piece I wrote, titled, Silly String: Lessons From A Four Year Old. I came across this the other day as I…
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December
Clariden Advances to Semi-Finals in Regionals BEST Robotics Competition
December 4, 2015
After placing 2nd in the Cowtown BEST robotics competition, Clariden students advanced to the semi-finals in the BEST robotics competition. This is the third…
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December
Clariden School Participates in Grapevine’s Annual Parade of Lights
December 4, 2015
On December 3, Clariden families joined together to ride in the annual Grapevine Parade of Lights. Many hours were spent by students, teachers, and…
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November
Teaching Independence in Children
November 17, 2015
My husband and I have successfully launched one of our three children. Our daughter is currently living in New York City and is supporting…
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September
Perceptual Development and Grit in Children
September 28, 2015
Thank you to the families and faculty that gathered Saturday morning for Cougar U. We explored two topics on Saturday: 1) Perceptual Development and…
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September
Clardien Student Becomes a Published Author
September 24, 2015
Last spring, Clariden high school students submitted poems to The America Library of Poetry 2015 Student Poetry Contest. We are pleased to announce that…
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September
Embry-Riddle University Visits Clariden
September 24, 2015
In September, Clariden welcomed David Hernandez from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. Mr. Hernandez noticed our school at the 2014 TARC competition, contacted our administration and requested the opportunity to speak…
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September
Private Vs. Public Education
September 17, 2015
People often ask me the differences between a private education and a public education. Some as they tour ask the question, “Why should I…
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