Spoiler Alert – They All Bloom
Contributed by Mark Silver, Head of School In a little more than a week, we will have Student Progress Conferences, a twice-yearly opportunity for parents …
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Walking the Walk
By Mark Silver, Head of School This past Saturday morning, recent Hillbrook alums – Alex Nickel ‘16 and Liam Strand ‘16 – were honored as …
Mark Silver’s Graduation Speech for the Class of 2016: “Alexa, play Hamilton”
Please enjoy a transcript of Head of School Mark Silver’s speech at the Graduation of the Class of 2016: Good morning, and welcome to the …
The Work of Gardeners: Allowing Children to Blossom & Grow
Contributed by Mark Silver, Head of School Sunday morning, my family and I were digging in the earth, pulling weeds and preparing a small area …
The Power Of The Playground
Contributed by Mark Silver, Head Of School There was a minor stampede on Monday morning, as our youngest students raced out of cars and off …
Inclusivity & Diversity Today, And Beyond
Contributed by Mark Silver, Head Of School. Last spring, the Board of Trustees adopted a revised Statement of Inclusivity, building on the original statement approved by …
Worth a Read: Compelling Titles for Parents & Educators
Contributed by Mark Silver, Head Of School. During Thanksgiving Break, I had the opportunity to read a book – The End of Life Book Club, which …
“All of who you are”: Inspiring Children to Believe in Themselves
Contributed by Mark Silver, Head Of School. This past weekend, we hosted our annual Saturday Open House on campus, the largest turnout of prospective families that …
“Most Likely To Succeed” glimpses into the future of school
Contributed by Mark Silver, Head Of School. Last Thursday evening, a packed theater of parents and educators from Hillbrook and the Los Gatos Union School District …
An invitation to envision our future from Head Of School Mark Silver
A message from Hillbrook Head Of School Mark Silver. Follow his official blog, ReMarks & Reflections. I’m writing to invite you to join a conversation that …