Meeting of the Minds
I recently participated in a short meeting in the front office. The discussion was about play equipment on the 3rd/4th grade play area and, in …
Extraordinary Educational Experience
Partnering to Raise Our Children
Last year during the Student Council election speeches, eventual co-Head Robert Atlass described what he loved about Hillbrook. “I have been at Hillbrook since 5th …
Why Did the Chicken Cross the Road?
“Does anyone want to tell a joke?” Wednesday morning, somewhere around 8:25 am, I will ask that question, and dozens of hands will immediately spring …
Moments in Time
I heard it as I passed Persimmon the other day. “As you leave Dear Hillbrook, we shall not forget, those who shared our journey…” I …
Home is the Place
Walking on campus this week, I have found myself pausing to look. The dramatic color of the leaves in combination with the changing light of …
Mark Silver’s Graduation Speech for the Class of 2017
Good morning and welcome to the 2017 Hillbrook school graduation ceremony. I want to extend a special welcome this morning to our guests on stage …