John’s Corner

Upper School Director John Schafer discusses a range of topics about the high school experience at Menlo.

John’s Corner: How Do We Ensure That Grades Are Consistent (and Fair) Across Teachers of the Same Course?


John’s Corner: A Parent’s Perspective on the College Search Process


John’s Corner: On Helping Your Student Develop a Strategy to Get the Most Out of Tutorial Time


John’s Corner: On Ensuring an Innovative and Relevant Curriculum



John’s Corner: Interview with Director of Learning Resources Ryan Dean

John’s Corner: Stress and Wellness


John’s Corner: Interview with College Counseling Director Lisa Giarratano


John’s Corner: How to Prepare for Exams


 

John’s Corner: Transforming ‘How Was School?’ into Meaningful Chats


John’s Corner: On Transformation vs Transaction

John’s Corner: Alumni Survey Feedback


John’s Corner: On Why We Don’t Post Grades Online


John’s Corner: About our Faculty Evaluation Process


 Student Panel Discussions

Student Panel with John Schafer: Transition from Middle School to Upper School


Reflections and Advice: Conversations with Menlo’s Graduating Seniors