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LEARNING THAT MATTERS In every grade, students dive into meaningful work, ask strong questions, and keep revising. It’s academic depth that feels alive. | SUPPORT BUILT IN Students learn how to navigate friendships, manage stress, and advocate for themselves. Counselors and teachers partner closely, day to day. | BEYOND THE CLASSROOM Hallmark Trips are included in tuition and extend learning beyond campus. Students build independence, strengthen friendships, and return with new confidence. |
 | CULTURE THAT YOU CAN FEELOur Bobcat Virtues show up in everyday moments: kindness, respect, responsibility, and inclusivity. You’ll see them when students welcome a new classmate, take ownership after a misstep, and help care for shared spaces. Adults coach along the way, so students learn that community is something you build on purpose, every day. |
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 | BEYOND THE BELLBefore and After School programs extend the day with reliable care and a familiar routine. Students might start with quiet time, a game with friends, or a chance to finish homework before heading home. Transportation options add flexibility for family schedules, so arrivals and pick-ups feel more manageable. |
 | LEARNING BEYOND OUR CAMPUSField trips are included in tuition and designed as a meaningful extension of school life. Students practice independence in a supported setting, strengthen friendships, and return with shared stories that keep showing up in the classroom long after the trip ends. |
 | CONTINUOUS SUPPORTStudent Support Services are part of daily life at Open Window. Our dedicated counselors and teachers collaborate closely, so students get help that’s timely and specific. Whether it’s executive function coaching, a social check-in, or academic support, students build tools that strengthen confidence and independence. |
CLUBS & ACTIVITIES
| STEM & Robotics |  | STEM & ROBOTICSFrom coding to robotics, students build, test, and iterate as they solve real design challenges. Programs like FIRST LEGO League blend engineering and programming with teamwork, so students learn how to troubleshoot, explain their thinking, and improve their work over time. Curiosity drives the projects, and students leave with skills they can keep building on. |
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| Arts & Theatre |  | ARTS & THEATREArts and theatre are a core part of student life at Open Window, with structured opportunities to create, practice, and perform. Students build skills in visual art and music, and many take part in theatre productions that require collaboration, responsibility, and confidence. Whether a student prefers to be onstage or behind the scenes, there are meaningful roles and steady guidance from faculty who know how gifted learners think, work, and grow. |
| Athletics |  | ATHLETICSOWS athletics are inclusive by design. Students in Grades 5–8 compete in the Cascade Middle School League, with short seasons that make it easier to join multiple teams. Everyone is welcome, playing time is guaranteed, and coaches focus on skill development and sportsmanship. Students learn how to handle wins and setbacks with maturity. |
| Debate Team |  | DEBATE TEAMDebate is where students learn to build a clear argument and support it with evidence. They practice public speaking, listen closely to opposing ideas, and respond with composure. It’s a strong fit for gifted learners who enjoy analysis and want a structured way to sharpen reasoning and communication skills. |
| Chess |  | CHESSChess gives students a place to slow down and think strategically. Players practice planning ahead, noticing patterns, and staying focused under pressure. Whether a student is brand new or already competitive, the culture is welcoming, with opportunities to learn from others and improve through regular play. |
| Bobcat Times |  | BOBCAT TIMESBobcat Times is our student newspaper, written and produced by middle schoolers. Students pitch story ideas, conduct interviews, and edit drafts with an eye for clarity and accuracy. They learn how to organize information, consider audience, and meet deadlines. It’s a strong fit for students who enjoy writing, asking good questions, and helping the community stay informed. |
| Girls Who Code |  | GIRLS WHO CODEGirls Who Code is a space for students to build coding skills and work on projects with purpose. Students collaborate on challenges, troubleshoot together, and learn by making, not just following steps. The focus is on confidence, problem solving, and using technology to create something real. Students of different experience levels can participate and grow at their own pace. |
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