KING 5 News | 2026
Artificial Impact: Developing critical skills to navigate artificial intelligence in youth
Ben Chickadel, ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Design and Technology Specialist and Graduate School faculty member, and Early Elementary students were featured on KING 5 News, highlighting how ¹û¶³´«Ã½ fosters thoughtful, curious learners through hands-on, collaborative learning experiences.
At ¹û¶³´«Ã½, students develop skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, inquiry, and reflection—supporting them in approaching problems with curiosity and confidence. In Design & Technology, learning is centered on purposeful tool use and human-centered thinking, helping students create work that is intentional and authentic.
At ¹û¶³´«Ã½, students develop skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, inquiry, and reflection—supporting them in approaching problems with curiosity and confidence. In Design & Technology, learning is centered on purposeful tool use and human-centered thinking, helping students create work that is intentional and authentic.
KING 5 News | 2025
Seattle private school takes innovative approach to teaching kids human connection and empathy
¹û¶³´«Ã½ was featured on KING 5 News for its approach to developing oracy skills that support students in communicating clearly, listening thoughtfully, and collaborating effectively. 1st & 2nd Grade Teacher and ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Graduate School of Education alum Mackenzie Hasenauer shared how these skills are woven into classroom life and all-school meetings.
NAIS | 2025
Growing the Pipeline of Excellent Teachers
The ¹û¶³´«Ã½ Graduate School of Education was featured in the NAIS Independent Ideas blog, highlighting its innovative approach to preparing reflective, collaborative, and future-ready educators.
Seattle Met | 2018
Students Young and Old
Seattle Met Magazine published an article that profiles ten Seattle area independent schools. Take a scroll to read what they had to say about ucds.
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