Back to School: A New Year of Learning and Opportunity The school year is officially underway at Grace Place, and our classrooms are once again filled with excitement, energy, and possibility. From our youngest learners in Bright Beginnings to our elementary, middle, and high school students, a new school year brings fresh opportunities to [...]
Stepping Up to the Plate: A Life-Changing Experience at Cal Ripken Camp Eight Grace Place students recently had the incredible opportunity to travel to Maryland and participate in the Cal Ripken Summer Camp, an experience that goes far beyond baseball. The week-long program provides opportunities to build confidence, learn new skills, make friends, and [...]
Protecting Our Planet Our youngest learners are beginning to understand the importance of caring for the world around them. This past week, our Bright Beginnings students explored what it means to take care of their community and environment. Through engaging, hands-on activities, they discovered that even the smallest actions can make a meaningful difference. [...]
English Express: Building Confidence Our high school students are making meaningful strides in English Express, a program designed to strengthen language skills while supporting academic success. Through a combination of structured lessons, conversation practice, and homework support, over 50 students are developing their English in a way that feels both practical and empowering. Each [...]
Hands-On Career Discovery During Spring Break Our middle school students spent their spring break exploring future possibilities during an exciting, hands-on visit to Lorenzo Walker Technical College. At this stage in their academic journey, exposure to real-world careers is especially important—helping students begin to connect their interests, strengths, and classroom learning to future opportunities. [...]
Black History Month In celebration of Black History Month, our elementary students participated in a powerful and inspiring presentation that brought history to life in meaningful ways. Over the course of several weeks, students researched and learned about influential Black leaders who have shaped our nation and the world through their courage, innovation, and [...]
Family Literacy Day Family Literacy Day brought together students, families, and nearly 20 community partners for a vibrant morning centered on the joy and power of reading. From the moment families arrived on campus, the focus was clear — this was a celebration of language, learning, and the vital role parents play as their [...]
Celebrating a Milestone for Our Adult Education Students We are thrilled to celebrate an incredible achievement from our Adult Education program! Eleven students have successfully passed their citizenship exam, marking a major milestone on their journey to becoming U.S. citizens. This accomplishment reflects months of dedication, hard work, and perseverance. Along the way, our [...]
Grace Place VPK Achieves Outstanding CLASS Score! We are thrilled to share some fantastic news—our CLASS observation scores are in, and the results are nothing short of amazing! Our VPK program earned a 6.07 composite score out of 7, exceeding expectations and reflecting the high-quality learning environment we strive to provide every day. For [...]