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  • Swain Stories: June 26, 2016
  • We are excited to announce the new officers for our Board of Trustees, and three new Trustees who will help guide our school into the future.
  • Swain Stories: June 19, 2016
  • "Built on the shoulders of giants": we say good-bye to three long-term Trustees, and acknowledge their efforts on behalf of our school.
  • An Update on Summer on Swain: June 12
  • Response for our Summer at Swain program has been great, and we've made a few changes in our schedule - check it out!
  • Swain Stories: May 29, 2016
  • As we hit the end of the school year, there are many activities, trips, and accomplishments to share!
  • Swain Stories: May 22, 2016
  • Head-Elect Shannan Boyle Schuster shared plans for the coming school year, at a community event on May 18. Exciting ideas!
  • Swain Stories: May 15, 2016
  • Swain's Poet in Residence Marilyn Hazelton shares some shining examples of poetry created by our students.
  • Swain Stories: May 8, 2016
  • Enjoy this 'highlights reel' from a week that included outdoor adventures, an instrument 'petting zoo' for the littles, and much more!
  • Swain Stories: May 1, 2016
  • How do you measure creativity, curiosity and other noncognitive skills? Swain has begun an exciting new initiative that will give us insight into this very question.
  • Swain Stories: April 24, 2016
  • Amazing results are on tap, as we share news of our student musicians, as well as our Student Work Showcase for grades 3-8.
  • Swain Stories: April 17, 2016
  • Pictures! We've got 'em - of our big Imaginate Week and the fifth grade musical, "Magic Tree House: A Ghost Tale for Mr. Dickens".
  • Announcing the appointment of new position
  • We are pleased to announce the appointment of Melissa Carroll to the new position of Beginning/Lower School Director. Meet her here!
  • Swain Stories: March 20, 2016
  • We interrupt this newsletter for a message about Summer at Swain - register now and save!
  • Swain Stories: March 13, 2016
  • As we prepare to bring the characters of "Alice in Wonderland" to life, a little 'behind the curtain' glimpse into Swain's drama program.
  • Swain Stories: March 6, 2016
  • What do origami, a homework assignment, and a Halloween costume have in common? All are part of the inspiration of Lisa Glover's company, KitRex - which the engineer/entrepreneur shared with our community at this week's town meetings.
  • Swain Stories: Feb. 28, 2016
  • Outdoor Education Coordinator Bradley Hirsh shares the adventures of a trip with 11 7th and 8th graders, to explore the frosty tundra of Maine.
  • Swain Stories: Feb. 21, 2016
  • Countless research studies verify that home-school partnerships are an important factor in student success - what do those look like at Swain?
  • Swain Stories: Feb. 14, 2016
  • The U.S. Department of Labor predicts that 65% of today's elementary school students will hold jobs that do not currently exist - how can we help prepare them?
  • Swain Stories: Feb. 7, 2016
  • Here's an overview of the math curriculum we've chosen, Singapore Math, and our plans for including it at Swain. Also, see how our representatives did at yesterday's regional Mathcounts competition.
  • Swain Stories: Jan. 31, 2016
  • Do you remember hearing about Swain for the first time? As we get ready for a month full of "Walk-In Wednesdays", we encourage you to help us spread the good word about Swain!
  • Swain Stories: Jan. 24, 2016
  • Wellness teacher/yearbook coordinator Julia Getty shares some thoughts on this weekend's Winter Storm Jonas.
  • Swain Stories: Jan. 17, 2016
  • We celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a 'mash up' of history and social media.
  • Swain Stories: Jan. 10, 2016
  • Our first week back from winter break was action-packed, with special presentations, our winter pep rally, a big "Maker" weekend event, and of course - interesting activities in our classrooms.
  • Swain Stories: Dec. 13, 2015
  • Swain students were among the 167 million kids around the world who participated in last week's global initiative, "Hour of Code". In age appropriate ways, Tech Instructor Mary Gruber gave the students a glimpse into the world of computer programming.
  • Swain Stories: Dec. 6, 2015
  • "DO try this at home" - Makerspace Program Director Michele Archer shares ideas about providing Maker resources and gadgets for our students' homes.
  • Swain Stories: Nov. 22, 2015
  • Today we take a look around our building for signs of November - Veterans Day, our monthly virtue of "Thankfulness", and of course - turkeys!
  • Swain Stories: Nov. 15, 2015
  • Middle school students take to the stage to present their original production, PLAYGROUND. Not just fun and games - they share their hopes, fears, and dreams in powerful monologues.
  • Swain Stories: Nov. 8, 2015
  • Our students' words provide inspiration and comfort to those left behind after the Sandy Hook tragedy.
  • Swain Stories: Nov. 1, 2015
  • At the conclusion of a gorgeous October, we take a look at the highlights reel from the week - including community service, a visiting author, and Halloween activities.
  • Swain Stories: Oct. 25, 2015
  • Poet in Residence Marilyn Hazelton shares her recent experience at a national haiku and tanka conference, along with samples of both of these ancient poetry forms.
  • Swain Stories: Oct. 18, 2015
  • With Founder's Day approaching, we take a look back at the history of The Swain School.
  • Swain Stories: Oct. 12, 2015
  • Travel along with our 8th grade Class of 2016, as they focus on leadership at an overnight retreat. Plus a zip line over a lake!
  • Swain Stories: Sept. 27, 2015
  • Enjoy this recap of recent activities, including the kick off of our fall sports season, 2nd grade math collaborations, and celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and Peace Day.
  • Swain Stories: Sept. 20, 2015
  • As we get better acquainted with our new Interim Head, here are "five things to know about David Hursty".
  • Swain Stories: Sept. 13, 2015
  • In addition to our weekly "Swain Stories", there are many ways we share news of our community - here are a few.
  • Swain Stories: Sept. 6, 2015
  • It's back to school time - and we've opened our doors for the 86th time! Come along as we share news of the Orientation Picnic, first day of school and Welcome Coffee.
  • Swain Stories: July 5, 2015
  • Outdoor Ed Coordinator Brad Hirsh recently traveled with nine middle school students on a week-long canoe trip, and shares their adventures.
  • Swain Stories: June 7, 2015
  • The 11-year journey that is a Swain education culminates at the beautiful Graduation Ceremony - see how we celebrated the Class of 2015!
  • Swain Stories: May 17, 2015
  • First grader Sophie and her family share their story of their fight with Leukemia - with a happy ending!
  • Swain Stories: May 10, 2015
  • Swain's Poet-in-Residence Marilyn Hazelton shares "Creativity and the Theory of Multiple Intelligences".
  • Announcing our new Interim Head of School
  • A special Swain Stories today as we introduce David Hursty, our incoming Interim Head of School.
  • Swain Stories: April 19, 2015
  • We celebrate some of our 'amazing results': students competing in PJAS and musicians participating in PMEA district events.
  • Swain Stories: April 12, 2015
  • The Lehigh Valley will soon be the site of 15 new billboards with striking visual images from our school.
  • Swain Stories: March 22, 2015
  • We are proud to unveil a new blog, "The Art of Teaching", created by photographer Theo Anderson from the images and words he captures around Swain.
  • Swain Stories: March 15, 2015 - Summer at Swain
  • "Summer at Swain" is going to be an exciting mix of week-long camps for kids ages 3-entering 9th grade. Here are all the details!
  • Swain Stories: March 8, 2015
  • Professor Steven Sametz of Lehigh University draws on the words of Swain students and faculty for his oratorio, "A Child's Requiem".
  • Swain Stories: Feb. 22, 2015
  • Field trips and outdoor education experiences are a robust part of Swain's "big opportunities" - read about a middle school trip to upstate New York.
  • Swain Stories: Feb. 15, 2015
  • We are excited to share our new marketing initiative, "The Art of Teaching", which showcases the photographic talents of Theo Anderson.
  • Swain Stories: Feb. 8, 2015
  • Our STEAM program is in full swing - read about the 8th graders' exciting robot projects. We also report on Swain's MathCounts team.
  • Swain Stories: Feb. 1, 2015
  • As a sneak peek at the next issue of "Swain Matters", we share an interview with fourth grade teacher Karin Reger.
  • Swain Stories: January 25, 2015
  • "Innovation" was the word of the day as Dr. Gary DeLeo of Lehigh's physics department talked to our 1st-4th graders about space and man's journey to conquer it.
  • Swain Stories: Dec. 7, 2014
  • Our first-ever "Holiday Happenings" was a wonderful event that reflected our community values.
  • Swain Stories: Nov. 30, 2014
  • Let's take a look at our "Virtue of the Month" program and how it supports our mission to develop children of strong character.
  • Swain Stories: Nov. 23, 2014
  • How does Swain teach creativity and collaboration, two important life skills? One way is through our drama program.
  • Swain Stories: Nov. 16, 2014
  • Swain's Equity Committee is leading us on a path to embracing peace, equity and justice across our program. Read the details here.
  • Swain Stories: Nov. 9, 2014
  • On the 116th anniversary of D. Esther Swain's birth, we take a look back at the history of "Mrs. Swain's Kindergarten".
  • Swain Stories: Nov. 2, 2014
  • We take a look at our Athletic program, and how it reinforces our commitments to building confidence and developing good values.
  • Swain Stories: Oct. 26, 2014
  • This week we look "back" - with our annual Founder's Day celebration - and "ahead" - as we meet to craft a Strategic Plan to take us to the year 2020.
  • Swain Stories: Oct. 19, 2014
  • A "Strategic Plan" sounds like a far off, not-related-to-what-we-do-everyday kind of thing - this edition shows how strategies we determined five years ago positively impact our students today. And why we should plan to help create the vision for the year 2020, this coming Saturday.
  • Swain Stories: Oct. 12, 2014
  • How do we live our theme, "Creating Global Citizens"? By modeling global citizenship - read how these three adults in our community are doing just that.
  • Swain Stories: Oct. 5, 2014
  • Find out how we teach abstract math concepts to our youngest students - and what are those funny metal contraptions around our campus? This and more!
  • Swain Stories: Sept. 28, 2014
  • A snapshot of our week, including our middle school soccer teams, Visiting Artist Virginia Abbott, fun in Kindergarten, and community service around campus.
  • Swain Stories: Sept. 21, 2014
  • We celebrated International Peace Day with environmental artist Virginia Abbott, who places high importance on using reclaimed and found objects in her beautiful sculptures.
  • Swain Stories: Sept. 14, 2014
  • The Class of 2015 - our 8th graders - began the new year with an outdoor, overnight trip. They did team building exercises, kayaking and canoeing, and discussed their goals for the year.
  • Swain Stories: Sept. 7, 2014
  • Our 85th year got off to a fabulous start with our Orientation & Registration Day, complete with an all-school picnic and the dedication of the Krista Kelly Memorial Playground. School has begun, and we also introduce our new faculty!
  • Swain Stories: July 6, 2014
  • This special summer edition features our newest billboard campaign, sharing the Swain messages into the Lehigh Valley (includes specific locations).
  • Swain Stories: June 15, 2014
  • We wrapped up the 2013-2014 school year with our two Closing Ceremonies, and the annual Faculty/Staff gathering at which we said good-bye to departing co-workers.
  • Swain Stories: June 8, 2014
  • This issue is all about the beautiful afternoon of June 6, when the 27 members of the Class of 2014 graduated from Swain.
  • "Focus on the World" - a special edition: June 1, 2014
  • Here's a look at how we've approached our year-long theme of "Creating Global Citizens" - everything from Jr. Model UN presentations to water relay races and creating art!
  • Swain Stories: May 25, 2014
  • As long-time employee Judy Skinner prepares to retire, we take a look back at her support of Swain, and the recent celebration of her Swain career.
  • Swain Stories: May 18, 2014
  • The highlight of a big week was Mama Duck and her 11 ducklings leaving the Swain campus, plus other outdoor adventures. After 51 years, Mr. Stanley Moyer announces his retirement at our Spring Concert.
  • Swain Stories: May 11, 2014
  • On Mother's Day we offer our thanks to all the moms who have create the Swain we know and love, and head outside for fun, on campus and off.
  • Swain Stories: May 4, 2014
  • Let's revisit our exciting Student Art Show, and ever-popular Grandparents & Special Friends Day. Plus see our Auction video, starring the Swain students!
  • Swain Stories: April 28, 2014
  • Enjoy this special edition of the making of "Making Friends", a play created by Ms. Hanlund and Ms. Sesh's Kindergarten class. Just one of many examples of how we learn at Swain!
  • Swain Stories: April 27, 2014
  • It was all things Social Studies this week as we offered the third grade "Famous Pennsylvanians" Wax Museum and our Social Studies Fair for grades 3-8.
  • Swain Stories: April 13, 2014
  • This week we focus on our visit from John Hunter, educator and creator of the "World Peace Game".
  • Swain Stories: April 6, 2014
  • Is it winter? Is it spring? You'd be hard-pressed to know from the variety of activities happening on the Swain campus.
  • Swain Stories: March 30, 2014
  • For the next two weeks we'll be seeing billboards around the Lehigh Valley, featuring our Swain students and messages.
  • Swain Stories: March 16, 2014
  • The middle school musical is more than a chance for aspiring actors to perform: it's a school-wide effort that involves our entire community.
  • Our amazing results! March 16, 2014
  • This is the week when our 8th grade students receive their acceptances from secondary schools - it's an impressive list of schools and we are proud of them!
  • Swain Stories: March 9, 2014
  • Fun in the snow - with our five senses - and yes, learning to do a research paper! It's all here, plus news of our young alumni in the arts and sciences.
  • Swain Stories: March 2, 2014
  • The week's wrap-up included reports on our Sweetheart Tea, Inspiration Speeches, and a fun grocery store field trip - plus some special announcements from the Instrumental Music Program!
  • Swain Stories: Feb. 16, 2014
  • It's all things math and science - including how to use those important skills in your future occupations!
  • Swain Stories: Feb. 9, 2014
  • Our monthly virtue is "Charity", and we take a look at how we help others near and far - in big and little ways!
  • Donate to our Auction!
  • We're looking for donations to our big Silent Auction on April 26 - look here for inspiration and how to submit your information.
  • Swain Stories: Feb. 2, 2014
  • Are you familiar with the popular blog, "Humans of New York"? Check out our version, "Humans of Swain" - student photos and questions of members of our community.
  • Thrive!: January 2104
  • How much technology is 'too much'? Wellness Coordinator Julia Getty takes a look at the big world of technology and how it can impact our children - and us!
  • Swain Stories: Jan. 26, 2014
  • A recap of our celebration of the life of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. plus a morning of community service by our 5th-8th graders. We also explored arctic animals, adjectives, and a capella singing!
  • "Focus on the World" - a special edition: Jan. 19, 2014
  • Dr. Michael Fowlin - aka as "Mykee" - brought his special gifts to two presentations, giving us an inside look into other people's lives: proving "You don't know me until you know me."
  • Swain Stories: Jan. 12, 2014
  • After our winter break, we are back to school with student presentations, celebrations - and hey, what's that funny black code?
  • Swain Stories: Dec. 22, 2013
  • This issue shares our Swain holiday traditions, including concerts and special visits - and maybe a new tradition, of being serenaded in the hallways!
  • Swain Stories: Dec. 15, 2013
  • We love our buddies, and this week we take a peek at just one of the ways Swain is special.
  • Swain Stories: Dec. 8, 2013
  • We take a look at a number of hands-on activities enjoyed by Swain students, both on- and off-campus.
  • Swain Stories: Dec. 1, 2013
  • This pictorial overview shares how we celebrated our November virtue of "Thankfulness".
  • "Focus on the World" - a special edition: Nov. 24, 2013
  • This special edition highlights our recent participation in the UNICEF program, our future participation in the Jr. Model UN program, and two presentations we heard, about Pakistan and Germany.
  • Swain Stories: Nov. 17, 2013
  • We take a closer look at our beloved Umansky Library, as two big fund raisers support our efforts to keep it filled with timely resources.
  • Swain Stories: Nov. 10, 2013
  • Outdoor field trips, fun with plants, and losing a friendly wager are the highlights of the week.
  • Thrive!: November 2013
  • Did you know that practicing gratitude may also make you healthier? We explore our monthly virtue of "Thankfulness" from a wellness perspective.
  • Swain Stories: Nov. 3, 2013
  • A busy week that starts with a New York field trip that puts our students on front pages across the country. A fun Halloween obstacle course - celebrating Day of the Dead - then Swain does Halloween!
  • Swain Stories: Oct. 27, 2013
  • We are pleased to share these memories from our most recent celebration of Founder's Day.
  • "Focus on the World" - a special edition: Oct. 20, 2013
  • We welcome our Guatemalan cultural ambassador, Monee; travel to Colombia; prepare to "Trick or Treat for UNICEF"; and learn how to use chop sticks!
  • Swain Stories: Oct. 13, 2013
  • Fall fun is in the air, including more outdoor field trips, fire prevention week, and a fun fall market!
  • Thrive!: October 2013
  • This month Thrive! features a subject that stirs the emotions more than almost any other - food!
  • Swain Stories: Oct. 6, 2013
  • Swain students hit the road for outdoor education, enjoy time with their buddies, and learn how to make paper. Plus a special gallery of photos from our youngest Preschool students - the Class of 2024!
  • Swain Stories: Sept. 29, 2013
  • This week we experience field trips, buddies, and building community - all the things Swain does so well!
  • "Focus on the World" - a special edition
  • This special edition of "Swain Stories" recaps our Peace One Day events, an initiative of our global studies program.
  • Swain Stories: Sept. 15, 2013
  • Our mission - illustrated!
  • Swain Stories: Sept. 8, 2013
  • Kicking off the new school year with a our "Back to School" edition of Swain Stories!
  • Swain Stories: July 7, 2013
  • We're pleased to share a special summer issue, highlighting our next billboard campaign of great Swain messages.
  • Swain Stories: June 16, 2013
  • Our final issue for 2012-2013 shares our Closing Ceremonies for Preschool-7th grade, as well as news about students 'off campus' and our alumni. See you again in August!
  • Swain Stories: June 9, 2013
  • Graduation 2013 highlights this week's news, along with more buddy adventures and field trips, and yes! - exciting classroom activities are still happening.
  • Swain_Stories: June 2, 2013
  • A lot of exciting news to share: the Class of 2013 dedicates its gift to the school; we induct 11 scholars into NJHS; a thoughtful audience joins us for a community dialog; the Class of 2009 heads off to college, and much more.
  • Swain Stories: May 26, 2013
  • We dive into our SmugMug galleries for exciting stories about nature (from the ocean floor to the skies) and indoor fun as well.
  • Swain Stories: May 19, 2013
  • Baby chicks, joke-tellers, butterflies, outdoor trips - and a lot of mud! - are featured in this week's Swain Stories.
  • Swain Stories: May 12, 2013
  • Buddies, more road trips, piano students shine - just some of the things that happen at Swain, thanks to the foresight of a group of mothers and D. Esther Swain.
  • Swain Stories: May 5, 2013
  • Rain forests, Shakespeare al fresco, and a recap of our big week of the Student Art Show and Grandparents & Special Friends Day.
  • Swain Stories: April 28, 2013
  • On tap this week: poetry (Swain-style), and classes hit the road on a variety of field trips.
  • Swain Stories: April 21, 2013
  • We're gearing up for next week's extra special event, the 21st annual Auction & Dinner Gala. It's a school-wide event that gets everyone involved!
  • Swain Stories: April 14, 2013
  • Nice spring weather means we're heading outdoors! We also cheer on our athletic teams, and meet three new Alumni in "Alumni Profiles".
  • Swain Stories: March 31, 2013
  • A special edition of Swain Stories, featuring the artwork of the ten Swain billboards popping up around the Lehigh Valley.
  • Swain Stories: March 24, 2013
  • More photos from "The Little Mermaid" and a Kindergarten drama, plus a cool way to do a book report, and supporting our friend Jack!
  • Swain Stories: March 17, 2013
  • It's all things "Little Mermaid" - including how several of our Lower School classes incorporated the show and its story into their classrooms. There's also a link to the first round of photos, and details about alumni involvement in the show.
  • Swain Stories: March 10, 2013
  • Shining the bright light on our visiting artist-in-residence, Ann Lalik, our Lower School study of Spanish, and our upcoming production of "The Little Mermaid".
  • Swain Stories: March 3, 2013
  • Writing, math and science are featured in this week's edition of Swain Stories.
  • Swain Stories: Feb. 24, 2013
  • We love to share the stories of what's going on at Swain - this week's edition features a field trip to Dr. Mary's dental office, tumbling at Parkettes, dropping eggs from roofs, as well as alumni trodding the boards in Moravian Academy's newest production.
  • Swain Stories: Feb. 17, 2013
  • Valentine's Day brought our Sweetheart Tea and our "100 Days of School" celebration - plus owl pellets and Inspiration speeches!
  • Swain Stories: Feb. 10, 2013
  • At Swain, we all love to dance! Take a peek at these photos and videos from our recent Dance Showcase and the fun Dance Party we did after it. In Alumni news, our former students take to the stage.
  • Swain Stories: Feb. 2, 2013
  • This time around, our administrative team takes to the hallways and classrooms with their cameras, to capture a slice of Swain life.
  • Swain Stories: Jan. 27, 2013
  • Our 8th graders demonstrate the robots they built and programmed in our new STEAM program. In Alumni News, Sarah Yacoub '10 travels to Kenya.
  • Swain Stories: Jan. 20, 2013
  • From prehistoric to present day, cutting edge technology - Swain kids explore it all!
  • Swain Stories: Jan. 13, 2013
  • We take a look at some of the things we do that make Swain special! In Alumni News, meet Sabrina Kennedy '12, who is 'getting her wings'.
  • Swain Stories: Jan. 6, 3013
  • A glance at some stories from 2012 you might have missed - plus, our Young Alumni (high school age students) meet.
  • Swain Stories: Dec. 16, 2012
  • We visit our "Buddy program", and share the athletic accomplishments of several Swain alumni.
  • Swain Stories: Dec. 8, 2012
  • A very special third grade project that proves everyone is an artist!
  • Swain Stories: Dec. 2, 2012
  • Here we are, with a special focus on one of our favorite activities - writing! And read about our alumni and students who are involved in special holiday performances.
  • Swain Stories: Nov. 24, 2012
  • At Swain - everybody reads! In Alumni News, read about the Swain grads who have been performing at their secondary schools in fall productions.
  • Swain Stories: Nov. 17, 2012
  • Our premiere edition of "Swain Stories" - for all those 'under the radar' happenings that are easy to miss in our busy lives. And we introduce our newly-expanded "Alumni" section on our website.
  • iPad touch #4
  • Our fifth grade students - who have been studying 'all things Asian' - traveled to New York City to see an Asian exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, then visited Chinatown. Their iPads were with them!
  • iPad touch #3
  • Our Head of School, Mr. Stansbery, demonstrates how he makes a lesson on "EduCreations", an iPad app - then he can share what he talked about!
  • iPad touch #2
  • Check out this movie - made on an iPad using the iMovie app - that highlights some of the ways students are using this device.
  • iPad touch #1
  • Read how our 5th grade students are using iPads to reinforce the learning of Mandarin.
  • Oct '11 Head of School Message
  • Head of School Todd Stansbery offers
  • June '11 Head of School Message
  • Head of School Todd Stansbery encourages everyone to 'look ahead' to a wonderful summer, while 'looking back' to note the next educational destinations of our Swain classes of 2011 and 2007.
  • April '11 News & Notes
  • Associate Head for Academics Kyle Armstrong shares highlights from our celebration of "Global Awareness Month" and its importance for our students.
  • March '11 Head of School Message
  • Fresh from the National Association of Independent Schools' national conference, Mr. Stansbery examines "Swain's Public Purpose".
  • March '11 News & Notes
  • Mr. Armstrong muses on "the right stuff": the brave folks who step out in faith to conquer new worlds, new ideas, and new ways to impact the world.
  • January '11 Head of School Message
  • Mr. Stansbery reflects on the important work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and Swain's celebration of his life.
  • January '11 News & Notes
  • Mr. Armstrong reflects on the strengths of a preschool-grade 8 community, highlighting some special features of the eighth grade, capstone year.
  • December '10 Head of School Message
  • Mr. Stansbery is thankful for our community - a major part of what The Swain School stands for.
  • December '10 News & Notes
  • Mr. Armstrong reflects on basketball, thinking, laughing, and crying - plus a couple more book recommendations.
  • November '10 Head of School Message
  • Mr. Stansbery on 'play' - good for all of us!
  • November '10 News & Notes
  • Mr. Armstrong shares a "fresh look at learning" - you may re-think some old ideas.
  • October '10 Head of School Message
  • Mr. Stansbery relates how the four constituents of an independent school - the parents, faculty/staff, trustees and administration - work together to make a community.
  • October '10 News & Notes
  • Mr. Armstrong provides an overview of what the students and faculty are working on together.
  • September '10 News & Notes
  • Mr. Armstrong shares some 'good reads'.
  • September '10 Head of School Message
  • Mr. Stansbery welcomes everyone back to school.
  • July '10 News & Notes
  • In this special 'summer edition', Mr. Armstrong gives us a view of life at an American School in Switzerland - and how middle school kids can be the same, no matter where they grow up.
  • March_Connections
  • Head of School/Interim Lower School Director Todd Stansbery writes about the many activities that are filling our Preschool and Lower School schedule, and his recent trip to the National Association of Independent Schools national conference.
  • February '10 News & Notes
  • Middle School Director Kyle Armstrong shares details about student and teacher activities, including his thoughts on 'when the universe aligned for two weeks'.
  • December '09 Connections
  • Mr. Stansbery details the many exciting projects and activities around Swain, and shares some titles of parenting books he has found especially helpful.
  • December '09 News & Notes
  • Mr. Armstrong relates happenings in his division, including the recent Science Expo and Community Service Day, as well as presentations to students about the Holocaust and tolerance. And a middle school student shares her 'first person' account of meeting - and lunching - with President Obama.
  • Special World Series News & Notes Edition
  • Mr. Armstrong creatively draws parallels between his two loves - baseball and middle schoolers.
  • September '09 News & Notes
  • Mr. Armstrong shares the back-to-school news from his division, and offers some guidance about 'how those middle schoolers grow'.
  • September '09 Connections
  • Mr. Stansbery welcomes everyone back to school with a highlight of some recent activities, and invitation to a parent book talk.
The Swain School
1100 South 24th Street
Allentown, PA 18103