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Adventures in Education at Lorien Wood

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Integral Learning

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Hymns of Faith: Exploring the Stories Behind the Songs

At Lorien Wood, we begin each day with “Opening,” a time where students and staff gather for a moment of reflection and connection before diving into...

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Thanksgiving Science: How Chemistry Can Help You Polish Silver

Thanksgiving is fast approaching, and many families look forward to pulling out the "good" silverware for a festive meal. But there’s always that...

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students walking through a neighborhood

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Walking for Water: Exploring Abundance and Scarcity in Africa

At Lorien Wood, we believe in the power of experiential learning to bring our curriculum to life. As lead teachers for Form 3 (4th and 5th grade...

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Steve Maher, grandparent helping in the students classroom

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Our Great Adventure

Like many grandparents, we received a call one day from our son, Marcus. He had an interesting suggestion: wouldn't it be nice if we moved from Iowa...

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students learning from a docent at the National Gallery of Art

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The Quest for Beauty: Nurturing the Soul Through Classical Learning

"Education is the kindling of a flame, not the filling of a vessel." - Socrates At Lorien Wood, a Christian school in Northern Virginia, we approach...

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students kneading dough in the classroom

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Loaves & Lessons: Crafting Bread and Cultivating Curiosity in Form 1

Embarking on their journey through Form 1, students at Lorien Wood, a private school in Vienna, delve into a period of holistic growth, encompassing...

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students walking to the National Gallery of Art, Washington DC

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10 Exciting Field Trip Destinations: Exploring Beyond the Classroom at Lorien Wood

Embarking on exciting field trips is a hallmark of the Lorien Wood experience. As a private school in Northern Virginia, we are aptly located to...

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students at the historic ball

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Stepping Back in Time: The Lorien Wood Historic Ball

Step into the past with our middle and high school students as they recently participated in the Lorien Wood Historic Ball at the enchanting Old Town...

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