


What Colleges Are Looking for In Students
As the application process to colleges and universities becomes more and more competitive, students are needing to find ways, in addition to good grades, to stand out. When all things are equal concerning a student’s transcripts, it’s often something else that helps set them apart

Students Pledge for Success
As part of Cushman’s curriculum that focuses on inspiring strength of character, primary and elementary students recite the “Pledge for Success” daily and students in all divisions refer to it often. The “Pledge for Success” reinforces Cushman’s commitment to helping students become responsible, empathetic and

Joy + Ambition = Success
Happy, motivated students dream bigger dreams and do better in school. This may seem like a bold statement but it’s proven by years of education and neuroscience research. We know that the human brain, especially the developing human brain, processes information better when it is

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The Cushman School Receives Full Accreditation

The Gift Of Gratitude
The gift-giving season is upon us, and this can be a particularly challenging time for kids of all ages. Many youth and teens have lofty expectations not only of the types of gifts they will receive, but also of the kinds of gifts they can

Celebrating Excellence: The Cushman School Honor Society Awards
The National Honor Society and Awards Ceremony celebrates students who have demonstrated exceptional academic performance, leadership skills, and a commitment to community service. This annual event not only recognizes their hard work but also inspires other students to strive for excellence in all their endeavors.

Cushman Thespians Give a Strong Performance at the District 8 Thespian Festival
On Saturday, November 18th, Cushman High’s Thespian Troupe 8892 competed at the District 8 Thespian Festival, now known as Thespys. Students performed individual pieces in the categories of monologue and solo musical. The scoring is as follows: Fair, Good, Excellent, Superior. We are so proud to announce the

Raising Philanthropists
Virtually every parent, at some point, has said to their child something along the lines of, “It’s better to give than to receive,” “Sharing is caring,” or, “Oh, for goodness’ sake, just let your sister play with the darn toy for a few minutes!!!” With