What Does Volunteer Service Look Like at Clonlara?
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has,” said cultural anthropologist Margaret Mead. At Clonlara School, we build this powerful sentiment into our educational approach by ensuring that volunteer service is an integral part of the learning experience. We encourage all […]
Inspiring Art from Around the World
Clonlara’s 2023 Global Art Show was our biggest yet! We received more than 270 submissions from students in more than 35 countries! Our six galleries showcased a range of artistic techniques and traditional media, including acrylic paint, crayon, pencil, and watercolor on paper and canvas, as well as unconventional media such as articles of clothing […]
Adding Clonlara Online Courses to Your Learning Plan
Imagine your high schooler has a newfound interest in a subject you know nothing about. They are driven to learn more, and you wonder, “How can I fan this spark of excitement?” Whether it is anthropology or architecture, coding or conservation, or any other specialized subject area, you may need some extra support. Clonlara School’s […]
Clonlara at Sea: From Dream to Highly Personalized Education On-the-Go
For some families, “traveling the world” is a fanciful dream, something to attain after the children have grown and graduated. But what would it look like if your children’s schooling could be part of the dream? With three children enrolled in Clonlara’s Off-Campus Program, one family (“5abombordo,” as they are known on social media) has […]
6 Summer Learning Tips for Older Students
Whether you are looking forward to long leisurely days or a calendar full of activities, the summer months offer a unique opportunity for families to recharge before the next school year. Especially for middle and high school students, summer can also be a time to reflect on learning goals and take purposeful steps toward achieving […]
Celebrating the Class of 2022
Clonlara School’s Class of 2022 includes 150 graduates representing 28 countries! They have earned scholarships and awards totaling more than $1 million to help pursue their passions and goals next year in the colleges and careers of their choice. In keeping with Clonlara’s philosophy of empowering students to participate purposefully and eagerly in their education, […]
Clonlara and the Colégio de São José: A Trailblazing Partnership
At nearly 100 years old, the Colégio de São José (CSJ) in Coimbra, Portugal, boasts a long history characterized by educational reform and innovation, making its partnership with Clonlara School the perfect match. Since 2018, CSJ has worked to implement Clonlara’s personalized education approach to support K–12 students in both Portuguese and English. Clonlara’s Approach […]
Change and Continuity
In a letter dated May 26, 2022, Executive Director Chandra Montgomery Nicol shared the news of her upcoming retirement with Clonlara’s enrolled families. Read her original message below or view it in the following languages: Brazilian Portuguese, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Portuguese, Spanish, Turkish. Dear Clonlara Families and Friends,
Making the World Brighter Through Art
With over 400 works of art contributed by nearly 200 students from 24 different countries, Clonlara School’s Global Art Show in March wowed an international audience, making school history as our largest art show to date! Hosted by Clonlara’s Director of Education April Huard on Zoom, the virtual event welcomed nearly 140 families who tuned […]
Mara Costa: An Artistically Self-Directed Learning Journey
When senior Mara Costa, a self-taught realistic artist, first began her studies at Clonlara School, she felt a little “displaced,” so she passed time reading and sketching. “I spent endless hours drawing,” she says, “without rushing, without demanding anything of myself, without expectations from myself or others.” She soon found that the flexibility of her […]