Thrift and Transform: Upcycle Fashion 5th Day Visits Found by the Pound
October 8, 2024
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...
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Exploring the Great Outdoors: 5th Day Outdoor Education at Riverlands
September 30, 2024
Last week, our Outdoor Education 5th Day class embarked on an exciting journey to the Audubon Center at Riverlands, where students experienced firsthand the beauty and importance of conservation efforts along the majestic Mississippi River. 🛶 At Riverlands, students were greeted with a warm welcome and an immersive educational experience focused on the natural world around them. The center’s commitment...
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Creative Connections: Art Classes Draw Inspiration from Just Us Goats
September 28, 2024
Recently, our art classes had the unique opportunity to draw inspiration from some very special visitors—goats from Just Us Goats! As part of our 50th Anniversary celebration, these adorable animals brought joy and creativity to our students, sparking a flurry of artistic expression. During the visit, students in various art classes gathered in our outdoor space, sketching and painting the...
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Flavorful Discoveries: Cherokee Street Food Tour with STL Style House
September 25, 2024
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...
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Crossroads College Prep Receives Two Innovative Tech Grants
September 20, 2024
Crossroads College Preparatory School is excited to announce the receipt of two grants from the Innovative Technology Education Fund (ITEF) to support our groundbreaking 5th Day Program. These grants are a significant step in our journey to refine and enhance our innovative educational practices. Design Thinking Discovery Visit at OneStone Lab51 School As part of the first grant, a team...
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Crossroads College Prep to Present Twice at ISACS Conference
August 30, 2024
Crossroads College Preparatory School is thrilled to announce that it has been accepted to deliver two presentations at the upcoming ISACS Conference—a remarkable achievement that reflects the school’s commitment to innovative educational practices. This rare opportunity allows Crossroads to showcase its progressive approaches to wellness and education alongside other leading institutions. Creating Space for Wellness: Unlocking the Mind-Body Connection This...
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Exploring Boundless Horizons: Middle School’s Journey
August 24, 2024
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,...
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Crossroads Goes to Panama!
June 29, 2024
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!)...
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Annual Middle School Camp Retreat
June 1, 2024
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...
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Students Perform at The Fabulous Fox
May 30, 2024
Joe Guzon ’24 and Esmé Schuman ’26 recently performed on the Fabulous Fox Theatre stage to a packed house. They represented Crossroads in a group of students from St. Louis and surrounding counties at St. Louis Musical Theater Awards night. What an incredible experience! Joe and Esmé were chosen to represent Crossroads because of their long term, multi-faceted dedication to Theater at Crossroads and beyond....
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