Taste of the Apple: The Mackintosh Experience for Parents

The Taste of the Apple: A Sampling of the Mackintosh Experience for Parents is your chance to get a deeper understanding of how we nurture the keen mind of the gifted child employing the inquiry-based International Baccalaureate program at Mackintosh. You’ll have the opportunity to get a "taste" of how your child learns at school with interactive “classes” taught by Mack faculty and staff.

The evening will also include a light dinner and the opportunity to connect as a community with fellow parents. This is a free event.

Prospective families are also welcome to attend to learn more about our school and connect with current Mack families as part of the fall admission season and school selection process. A campus tour will be offered from 5:00-6:00 pm.

Enrollment is now open and our course catalog with full class descriptions is below - RSVP now to get your first choice!

Choose ONE of the following:

• The Perfect Fit! IB PYP & MYP - Join Mack’s Head of School and Director of Curriculum for an exciting session exploring the International Baccalaureate (IB) continuum, from the Primary Years Programme (PYP) to the Middle Years Programme (MYP). We'll dive into why IB is a perfect fit for gifted students, highlighting its inquiry-based learning approach, focus on student agency, and emphasis on reflection and goal-setting. Discover how IB nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and a love for lifelong learning.
• IB in Action - Mack’s Director of Instruction will lead this inspiring session on the International Baccalaureate (IB) in action! Discover how student-driven service projects and service learning thrive at Mack. You’ll also hear about our Green Team, the Do-Gooders, and other stewardship initiatives, including our greenhouse and recycling programs.
• Global Citizens: Social-Emotional Learning & the Learner Profile - The Learner Profile is at the heart of being an International Baccalaureate (IB) student, from pre-K through college. Join our Director of Early Years Programme and School Counselor to learn about the character traits that shape global citizens! You'll gain valuable insights and tools for meaningful conversations at home, using the same language your child hears at school. We’ll also explore how the Learner Profile is woven into our social-emotional learning curriculum.

Choose ONE of the following:

• Shaping Math: Math Differentiation - Join our pre-kindergarten and kindergarten teachers for an exciting session on math and differentiation designed specifically for Mack’s youngest learners! Explore how we bring math to life with a focus on shapes through interactive activities like a math-themed storytime, engaging lessons, hands-on games, and learning centers. Experience firsthand how we differentiate instruction to meet each child’s unique needs, fostering a love for math from the start!
• Literacy Walk: Step into Reading - Step into the world of literacy with our first and second grade teachers as they lead a fun and interactive "Literacy Walk!" You’ll explore the concept of "Just Right Books," guiding children to discover books perfect for their reading level, and dive into hands-on learning with phoneme tiles. Experience how we build strong reading foundations in an engaging and supportive environment!
• Find Your Place: Math Rotation Stations - Unlock a deeper understanding of decimals and whole numbers with our third and fourth grade teachers! Step into this interactive math session featuring place value rotation stations that mirror our classroom experience. From a fun, 'Minute to Win It' style math warm-up, to hands-on place value lessons, you will engage with math like never before. 
• Body Movements for the Body Systems - Our fifth-grade teachers will facilitate this exciting, interactive session on human body systems using the fun Fishbowl game! Get ready to participate by acting out body movements that represent different systems, making science an unforgettable and engaging experience. This dynamic session provides a fun way to explore anatomy and learn how our bodies work!
• The Next Generation: MYP Science - Join our Middle Year Programme (MYP) teachers to dive into inquiry-based science! Experience how our middle school curriculum, based on Next Generation Science Standards, empowers students to design and conduct their own investigations. Participants will engage in a hands-on, abbreviated investigation to see if plant cells undergo cellular respiration. Get ready for an engaging, authentic taste of MYP science!

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