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Does Class Size Really Matter? Research Says Yes!

Numerous studies over the years have shown: smaller class sizes directly correlate with student achievement. What you may not know is that this benefit increases over time; the longer your child can learn in a small-class environment, the greater the benefits he will reap from this environment. Does Class Size Really Matter? Less Than 20 Students Per Class The landmark small-class size study which first introduced this principle was performed ...

Cedar Hill Prep Celebrates Poetry Day

The 6th Annual Cedar Hill Prep School Poetry Day dawned hot, windy, and sunny. But nevertheless, it was an amazing experience for all students, staff, and family members involved. Pre-K & Kindergarten Pre-K 3 classes celebrated Poetry Day on Monday, May 11th by reciting 2 poems. Their poems were based on the Spring theme they have been studying. Parents and grandparents were invited to share in their activity. The two ...

CHP Students Excel in National Spanish Examinations

Congratulations to the Cedar Hill Prep School who attained national recognition for excellent performance in the 2015 National Spanish Examinations. 36 out of 55 middle school world language students were honored: students achieved 4 gold, 10 silver, and 2 bronze medals along with 20 honorable mentions. What Are The National Spanish Examinations? These online tests are administered each year in grades 6 through 12, and are sponsored by the American ...

10 Skills Your Child Should Have Before Kindergarten

Do you remember when you were in kindergarten? You probably played, painted, cut and pasted. Many parents who have small children entering kindergarten are surprised and confused by the different expectations on their kids nowadays. However, the expected skill set can vary greatly depending on what type of school you are sending your child to, which school district you are in and where in the country you are located. Many ...

10 Questions Prospective Parents Ask During A School Tour

Each year, we take dozens of prospective parents on private tours around our campus, answer their questions and help them determine if our school is the right school for their child. These 45-minute tours are conducted by Ruth Sulitzer, our Director of Admissions. To make sure you get each and every one of your questions answered, we answered the most frequently asked questions already below. So, let's get right to ...