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Bullis Series: Faculty Presents

Ms. Kathleen Adams was invited to display a collection of her paintings at the 67th annual Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art Boardwalk Art Show in Virginia Beach. The show is ranked as a top Fine Art Show of the Decade and is one of the only outdoor art shows produced by an accredited museum that strives to showcase the highest caliber of fine art.

Bullis Series: Faculty Presents

At the NAIS People of Color Conference, Ryann Fapohunda, Director of Teaching & Learning illuminates the unique impact of individual, personalized professional coaching by BIPOC for BIPOC through three coaching experiences in two independent schools.

Bullis Series: Faculty Presents

Teaching and learning is not a “one size fits all” model. Upper School Science Teacher, Dr. Duruhan Badraslioglu, presents at the Association of Independent Maryland & DC Schools Virtual Workshop. Learn about his experience.

The BITlab, a makerspace at Bullis, allows every student — from Kindergartners to Seniors — to demonstrate their learning through making. The final object they create is a tangible representation of the student’s deep understanding of the topic. Learn how Bullis uses the BITlab for student exploration and creativity across all subjects.

Bullis Series: Faculty Presents

Fourth graders learn and teach others about geography, history, and culture through a social-emotional learning lens, and its lessons connect students to people and geography.

From 3D printing prosthetic devices for students in need to creating communication boards for kids with ALS who are unable to speak or move — Bullis students are making a huge impact. One of the goals of the Bullis BITlab is to give students experiences that prepare them for real-world challenges and provide them with a chance to start making meaningful contributions to their community which is what the Making for Social Good class is all about.

From quick student check-ins and brain breaks to revamped projects and shifts in what is being taught, faculty at Bullis embrace holistic wellness and the integration of social-emotional learning. Here's how we do it.

The Bullis Arts department has focused on several rich collaborations within the school and the larger community to engage students in authentic and collaborative artistic processes. View highlights for three fall programs; a mural project with visiting artist Nicole Bourgea, a combined dance and jazz show, and the Upper School play The Crucible.

Ms. Xueying Clarke and Mr. Matt Zigler were invited by the Chinese Language Teacher Association - National Capital Region to host a workshop titled "IT Integration in Chinese Classroom - Let's Build a Board Game." The workshop was for local Chinese teachers and was held at Bullis in the BITlab.