As we lean into the strategic planning process for the next 50 years of our school, we’ve been asking ourselves, “What makes us Crossroads?” The answers have been wonderful reminders of why this school was founded and how we live out our philosophy of student-directed education and growth in so many ways. Athletic Director Bob Beatrice has taken a decidedly …
Looking Ahead: A Message from Mark and Sarah
Today was the first day of school and what a wonderful day it was! We couldn’t be more excited to be in community with all of you. A few highlights as we begin the academic year: Our Middle School is the largest it’s been in several years, which is a wonderful challenge to have! We’ve moved lockers and shifted schedules …
Thank You: A Message from Mark and Sarah
This special edition of the “Wednesday Notice” is a thank you to all of you who support Crossroads in so many ways. We think of summer as a time of rest, and also as a time of reflecting and planning. Our Advancement Team has put together a brief list of highlights from the 2021-22 school year that we share with you below. This is by …
Cultural Leadership
The Program Cultural Leadership seeks out middle and high school students to become advocates for social justice, equity, and just practices. This years class of 17 explored many strengths and oppressions of our communities through a lenses of Black and Jewish experiences. Tate Morgan and Hanan Nathan- Slarkey, rising seniors, participated in the program this year and shared their experiences …
Innovation in Practice: A Message from Mark and Sarah
Crossroads has always been a place that honors creativity and problem-solving across the disciplines and departments. Our community has always been willing to engage in conversation and to ask the question How might we be better? Crossroads was born through innovation! Arthur and Carol Lieber created a school to meet a need they saw around them, just as design thinkers do today. Innovation is not …
ALUMNI! Connect with Crossroads – May 20, 2022
Join us Friday, May 20 from 7-9 pm for our rescheduled gathering! Come connect with alumni, faculty, and staff, and check out what’s new on campus! The class of 2022 will also be joining us for their first event as alumni. RSVP HERE!
Pride Month + the Day of Silence 2022
How Pride Month Began The LGBTQ Pride Month is always in June to commemorate the Stonewall riots of 1969. After being marginalized and threatened by police brutality, Americans with LGBTQ identities were only supported by underground establishments. The Stonewall Inn was accepting of the LGBTQ patrons, so they were prone to police raids for violating laws that infringed on the …
DEIJ Opportunities
Check out these Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Justice opportunities coming up this spring and summer in the community. Cultural Leadership High School Program August 2022 – August 2023 Cultural Leadership’s High School Leadership Program is designed to educate students on social justice issues and then train them on how to serve as civic leaders and social justice change makers in their …
Wednesday Notice: March 4, 2022
Hobie Wolff Named 2022 Co-Youth Poet Laureate of St. Louis | Nick Merlo: Poetry Out Loud Regional Winner | Tickets Sold Out for Crossroads’ Spring Musical! | Summer Camp at Crossroads | Thank You, Fitness Room Donors | UNGALA Meets Fundraising Goal | Career Conversations | Art as Action: Fiber Class Explores Yarn Bombing | College Acceptances | And more! …
Black History is More Than a Month: A Message from Mark and Sarah
We’ve been thinking a lot about Black History Month as we begin February. For our school community, our city, and our world, this is an important reminder to pause and reflect on the celebrations and struggles of African Americans. AND we know this work must go beyond February. We’re constantly inspired by our community, and this month is no different. …