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The Northwest School Address: 1415 Summit Ave., Seattle, WA 98122 Website: www.northwestschool.org Phone: (206) 682-7309 Email: michele.sanchez@northwestschool.org Serving grades: 6 –12
About our school: The Northwest School offers students a challenging intellectual experience grounded in vigorous study and interdisciplinary learning. Our liberal arts education combines an integrated Humanities program with open-ended scientific lab work and arts classes in every discipline. Core to our education is the development of thoughtful, humane world citizens who are critical thinkers, creative problem solvers and effective communicators. Students study topics of international significance alongside students from other countries. Caring for the environment is integrated into our daily routines. Students graduate with the discipline, agility, and creativity to conquer the toughest global challenges.
What kids will love:
What parents will love:
• 61 art courses to choose from, including Drawing, Ceramics, New Media Art, Orchestra, Stagecraft and Performing Dance Ensemble
• Excellent teachers and close student/teacher relationships supported by small class sizes
• Student-led Interest Groups, including Black Student Union, Environmental Interest Group, GLAM, Internet of Things, Social Justice Squad • Urban Farm/Garden with 30 planter boxes, three chickens, and a “treezebo”
• A strong commitment to a holistic education, developing students’ intellectual passions, creative spirit and athletic strengths • A warm, inclusive community built on the belief that ethnic, racial, religious, gender and economic diversity are essential for a high quality education
Visit a virtual open house! Upper School Virtual Open House: October 24, 1–3 pm Middle School Virtual Open House: November 7, 1–3 pm 20
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