9th Grade Field Trip to the Museum of Illusions in Philadelphia. In preparation for the IB Diploma Program, students are introduced to how easily we can be tricked in our perception of the world through what we take in through our senses. The Museum of Illusions is a physical, visual and sensory experience teaching students about perspective, and how our brain interprets reality.
This week 9th grade leaders are working with 8th grade students with our partners Tree Trails. Students engage in physical activities designed to build character and teamwork. Last week, 9th grade leaders were trained in how to lead these activities.
8th grade leaders presented to 7th grade about their experiences for Service as Action. Our leaders shared projects they have done in their communities and neighborhoods. Engaging with people and organizations outside of school is an important part of the IB program as they gain an understanding of local issues. Students have worked with GreenDrop, and the Womens' Animal Shelter. Other students cleaned up community centers and playing fields or interviewed soldiers about their experiences.
On Friday January 10, 7th and 8th grade students attended an assembly led by a speaker from Minding Your Mind. The students heard about the speaker's personal experience as a middle and high school student struggling with anxiety and depression. Students were able to ask some questions. This assembly is part of our ongoing work with students in social-emotional learning. https://mindingyourmind.org/
On Friday, January 3, 2025, we were pleased to have members of the Class of 2024 Full Diploma Program return to the IB Campus for dinner and the conferring of IB Diplomas and certificates. It was lovely to have an opportunity to catch up with everyone and hear how the IB helped prepare them for this next chapter of their lives!
This past Friday, December 6, 2024, we were pleased to have one of our seniors, Jamison Hirsh, commit to Syracuse University. Jamison has been playing ice hockey since she was six years old and has shown dedication not only to her sport, but her intensive IB coursework as well. Jamison has been a School Lane student since kindergarten. Jamison was joined by her family, friends and teachers to celebrate this milestone. Great job Jamison!
Middle School has school spirit! Students dressed in their class colors, orange and green, during spirit week.
Minding Your Mind presenter Scott Prendergast shared his story about his mental health challenges with grades 9-12. He spoke with passion and honesty, offering very concrete advice to our young people about how to recognize signs of depression and anxiety and what to do about it. Many students stayed after assembly to ask more questions. Scott is the presenter for the Minding Your Mind family presentation online at 6:30pm "Just Talk About It". Link with be sent out by email for tomorrow. Families from grades K-12 are welcome to join.
Yesterday, the IB Campus was proud to celebrate Rebecca Varhula, Class of 2025, as she committed to play softball at Bloomsburg University next fall. Rebecca plays varsity softball and is captain of the team all while balancing her IB work. Congratulations Rebecca!
Web Design Club Update – November
The Web Design Club has had an exciting month filled with creativity and learning! Every Monday from 3:20 PM to 4:20 PM, students gather to explore the art of building websites from scratch. So far, members have mastered the basics of HTML and CSS, equipping them to create functional and visually appealing web pages.
Looking ahead, they will dive deeper into CSS with topics like animations, layouts, and responsive design. In addition to regular meetings, we are excited to announce that the club will participate in an upcoming hackathon! This will be a fantastic opportunity for members to apply their skills in a fun, competitive environment, work as a team, and develop real-world projects under time pressure.
Whether you’re new to coding or have prior experience, the Web Design Club offers something for everyone. Join us and be part of the journey—new members are always welcome!
Last Friday, 7th grade students presented skits for their Interdisciplinary Unit. Building on knowledge and skills gained in Spanish and Performing Arts classes, students examined how to communicate without words. The skits acted out how to communicate without sharing a language. Interdisciplinary Units are an important part of the IB MYP. They ask students to bring knowledge from at least 2 subject areas to solve real world problems.
8th Grade Advisories visit with Veterans. Students are creating an oral history video of the Veterans' experience to share with their families.
DP Chemistry Seniors traveled to GKN Hoeganaes Powder Mettallury Innovation Facility to have a hands on lab experience testing powdered metals used in 3-D printers. Students used skills from the classroom in this real world setting and had the opportunity to see how scientific thinking and research produce new products that support sustainability of the world’s natural resources. SLCS continue to look to bridge learning from the classroom to real world. Please contact SLCS if you have a company that would be interested in partnering with us for providing these learning experiences.
All families and staff are invited to attend a virtual presentation "Just Talk About It" from Minding Your Mind.
Learn about how to recognize warning signs of stress, anxiety, depression and crisis in young people.
School Lane Boys High School Soccer Team are the proud winners of the PJAA Divisional Championship Game with an exciting 6-2 win. They had a great season with a 9 -1 record in their division in their second year in the PJAA. They move on to the League Quarterfinals this Wednesday, 10/30, under the guidance of their coach, Andy Meehan! Good Luck and we are so proud of each and every one of you!
Students in 9th and 10th grade present the work they have done in Advisory for the Citizen's Program. This year all Advisory groups are charged with a particular job to help run the school. Students shared their work in the Pollinator Garden, in the library, in building up our recycling program and spreading affirmations. They had a chance to improve their public speaking skills today.
Last night, students and families in grades 9 - 12 went to the Philly Skate Plex for a School Lane 9-12 Skate Night. Can't wait to do it again!
Auditions for the Musical, Mean Girls, have been held this week and the cast list is out! We have loved hearing students practice in the hallways all week. A lot of excitement is brewing about the Musical. Students will have opportunities to be on and off stage putting this show together.
Our Admissions events for the 2025-2026 school year kick off in October. Join us for our upcoming Open Houses and Early Application events! Please visit https://www.schoollane.org/page/admissions for more information.
September 2024 DP Newsletter
