Last week’s 5th Day Exhibition brought record numbers, as over 70 parents joined us for an incredible showcase of student projects and creativity! For the first time, students explored the exhibition in friend groups, making the experience more fun and interactive. Each 5th Day course added its own unique flair to the event: Car Maintenance: Demonstrated the inner workings of...

The weekend culminated in a spectacular Saturday Dinner, a night filled with celebration, reflection, and gratitude as we honored 50 years of Crossroads. The evening featured a delicious meal, allowing alumni, families, faculty, and friends to gather together in joy and fellowship. During the dinner, attendees heard inspiring reflections from Co-Founder Arthur Lieber, Co-Head Mark Norwood, and Co-Head Sarah Pierson...

The 50th Anniversary weekend also featured a heartwarming Community Mural Painting event, where students, alumni, faculty, and families came together to create a vibrant mural that represents the essence of Crossroads. The mural was designed by local artist Anna Karpinski ’11, whose thoughtful design incorporated elements and icons from all 50 years at Crossroads, allowing everyone to connect with the...

The weekend festivities kicked off with a lively Friday Night Cookout, where the Crossroads community gathered to enjoy delicious food from the Mission Taco food truck, connect with friends old and new, and celebrate the spirit of togetherness that defines our school. Families, faculty, and alumni came together to share stories, laughter, and camaraderie while savoring a delightful meal. The...

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...

It was a privilege to celebrate the impact the class of 2024 has made on Crossroads at their graduation. We have had the immense pleasure of this class’ beautiful words, art, music, and laughter fill our hearts and our halls over these last six years. Graduation day was a testament to their unique, warm authenticity and the acts of kindness with which they formed their class and reshaped the...

The year coming to an end means it’s time to recognize students who have gone above and beyond what their classes and extracurriculars asked of them. From STEM to sports to practical and performing arts, these students exemplify what it means to be Crossroadian: hardworking, kind, wise, and a thoughtful community member. All of our students astound us, and these...

Thanks to our partnership with MADE Makerspace, we had a creative Community Reception with admitted and current families as well as other supportive members of the Crossroads community. Students (and grown-ups) got a chance to make their own vinyl cut t-shirts: designing, cutting, “weeding,” and pressing a unique Crossroads t-shirt! We are so grateful to our partners like MADE and ITEF (funders...

There’s no better way to kick off a break than working and playing hard! On our last day all together before spring break, we began the day sharing our hard work over the third quarter at our 5th Day Exhibition before having an afternoon of pure fun with All School Not Soccer. 5th Day has allowed all students – even...

Our annual Black Arts Explosion, a celebration of Black identity and pride during Black History Month, is a culmination of what is truly powerful and meaningful about our community. Our Black Student Union left attendees awestruck by their talent and passion. Guest speaker Neal Richardson, President and CEO of St. Louis Development Corporation (SLDC), said that he was deeply inspired...