A Night of Solitude, Courage, and Self-Discovery

A Night of Solitude, Courage, and Self-Discovery

Grade 9 middle school students spend a night alone in the woods? What’s that all about? Spending a night alone in the wilderness sounds like something out of a survival show, not a middle school curriculum. But at Island Pacific School, we see it as something more: a...
Critical Thinking Isn’t an Afterthought

Critical Thinking Isn’t an Afterthought

Grade 6 & 7 students study critical discourse. What’s that all about? Every school wants to teach its students “critical thinking.” But what does that mean, and how exactly do they make it happen? For over 25 years, Island Pacific School has been introducing its...
Owning Our Words

Owning Our Words

Middle school students stand up and apologize for interrupting ? What’s that all about? At Island Pacific School, learning isn’t just about mastering subjects—it’s about mastering ourselves. It’s about knowing how to listen, how to contribute, and, just as...
Upcoming Events

Upcoming Events

MAINSTAGE! CLASSIC KIDS COMEDY AND CHAOS Join us for an evening of middle school comedy. This year, Island Pacific School is pleased to present two short plays for our Mainstage Production. Thursday, March 6th & Friday, March 7th 6:30pm – 8pm Too Many...