6th grade

Reflection ~ Growth Mindset ~ From a Student’s Perspective

Published by pdonnelly on June 2, 2017 | Leave a response

There are many things I could have become besides a teacher. My four years at UNC Chapel Hill included… read more

Published by pdonnelly on May 21, 2017 | 4 Responses

Say something kind to someone today. We are often quick to write a note or email when something upsets us…. read more

Published by pdonnelly on March 28, 2015 | 4 Responses

Photos by Patti Donnelly Each year we begin a journey of connection, reflection, and heartfelt moments. What I love most… read more

Published by pdonnelly on March 8, 2015 | 1 Response

How do you improve your writing? Write. Seems so simple. We hear authors, teachers, and parents share this sage advice…. read more

Published by pdonnelly on February 22, 2015 | 2 Responses

This year’s 6th graders are currently working on their ideas worth sharing. We want to congratulate our own Durham Academy… read more

Published by pdonnelly on February 21, 2015 | 9 Responses

Materials used during our visit and hati (elephant) painted by Elizabeth on our tour While in Jaipur, we had the… read more

Published by pdonnelly on June 6, 2014 | 1 Response

We began the year with Camp Cheerio in western, North Carolina where we explored, challenged ourselves, and pushed limits. On… read more