The Upcycle Fashion 5th Day class recently embarked on an exciting field trip to Found by the Pound, a unique thrift store located near the airport, to gather materials for their creative projects. This hands-on experience allowed students to explore the world of upcycling and learn about the impact of sustainable fashion. Upon arrival at Found by the Pound, students …
Students in the Food of STL Neighborhoods 5th Day class recently embarked on a delightful culinary adventure with the owner of STL Style House, exploring the vibrant food scene along Cherokee Street. This immersive food tour allowed students to experience the diverse flavors and rich cultural heritage that define St. Louis’ neighborhoods. As they set off on their journey, students …
The start of the school year brings an exciting opportunity for our students to explore their passions and interests through our innovative 5th Day program. This quarter, students have been engaging in a diverse range of classes designed to ignite creativity, foster collaboration, and cultivate critical thinking skills. A Snapshot of This Quarter’s Offerings: STL Architecture: Led by Bryan, students …
Be boundless! Over the past three days, our middle schoolers embraced the spirit of adventure and discovery through our unique Boundless curriculum. This immersive experience allowed students to step outside their comfort zones, forge connections with classmates, and explore their expansive selves while having fun! The week was filled with memorable highlights, including a trip to CityGarden via the metro, …
What a beautiful day for Crossroads community! ☀️ The sun shone brightly as families, students, and faculty gathered for the annual Back to School Picnic, marking the kickoff of a new school year (our 50th, to be exact!). Held on the South Lawn, the picnic provided a perfect opportunity for everyone to reconnect after the summer break. The air was …
As the new school year unfolds, we are thrilled to welcome Karsen Jurenka and Jasmin Ceric to the Crossroads community as valuable additions to our faculty team. Karsen Jurenka joins us as a social studies teacher, bringing a passion for history and a commitment to fostering critical thinking skills among students. With a focus on creating engaging learning experiences, Karsen …
Kristen McCullough and Diana Corey, Spanish and Mandarin teachers respectively, took a wonderful group of students to Panama this month! Their favorite adventures included touring a pineapple farm, dancing and playing soccer with the indigenous Emberá people, and spotting sloths. Thank you to our passionate language teachers for making this trip possible, and our adventurous students who are becoming wonderful global citizens. International (and local!) …
Crossroads is special to me personally because it’s a place where students can really be seen and really grow into themselves. We provide a vital space where they are learning who they are and trying to figure out their place in the world. As a person, I have experienced Crossroads from a couple different domains: being at Crossroads as a …
We sang our way into summer with the annual lip sync battle after a series of House vs. House activities! No student should graduate high school without having the chance to do the wobble with their teachers, sing “We Are Young” with their classmates, and watch their science teacher perform “ballad of a highschool girl” with perfect Olivia Rodrigo poise.
Our Middle Schoolers close every year celebrating the community they have created and the ways they’ve grown as people at a camp retreat. This year, they’ve hiked to Panther Den, learned about ancient weapons, experienced local flora and fauna up close, and even had s’more fun! They celebrated their return home with a Family Potluck Breakfast. Our Middle School has been quite formidable this …
