Radford School TraditionsRadford School - Private nonsectarian K12 plus school for preschool education, kindergarten education, private elementary school, private junior high and private high school education. El Paso's premier college prepatory school with a creative curriculum for developing minds and shaping future leaders for the challanges of a new world by providing content rich and challenging courses in English, mathematics, science, history, social studies, foreign languages and computer science with a balanced and generous exposure to the fine arts, athletics, and community service.Current students and parants - get information about class schedules, syllabi, lunch menus, current events, announcements, curriculum, uniforms and more Prospective students and parents find out why Radford School has been recognized for its excellence in academic achievement and student development. The overriding philosophy of Radford School is to provide a challenging and enriching college preparatory curriculum in a small class setting that allows students to develop intellectually and socially. The curriculum is designed to foster an enthusiasm for lifelong learning and an appreciation for hard work, which are essential to becoming a productive leader of society.Alumni and Friends continue to show their support in many ways and share how Radford School played an important role in their success and developmentRadford Parents Teacher Organization is to enhance the integral home-school education of Radford students by providing a forum for exchange of ideas and suggestions among parents, teachers, and school administrators and promoting high morale and well being within the Radford community through a variety of complementary activities.

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RPTO - Radford's Parent Teacher Organization - Enhancing the integral home-school education of Radford students by providing a forum for exchange of ideas and suggestions among parents, teachers, and school administrators.

Radford School Preschool full day curriculum for pre-k and kindergarten is built upon the philosophy that children learn by doing.

Radford School Elementary curriculum for first grade through 5th grade emphasizes reading, writing, listening and oral communication so that students may begin not only to master skills, but also to apply them.

Radford School Middle School curriculum for grades 6, 7 and 8 emphasizes increased writing, math and science skills, and includes instruction in physical education, computers, history, music and studio art.

Radford School High School curriculum is a rigorous and academically rewarding, together with a supportive and vigorous guidance program, prepare students for college by providing the highest quality preparation for the most demanding colleges and universities, and by fostering excellence in discipline and independent thinking.

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Radford School's After School Programs provide a wide range of structured activities, coordinated and monitored by educators.

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Radford School Philosophy is to provide a challenging and enriching college preparatory curriculum in a small class setting that allows students to develop intellectually and socially.

Radford School Traditions are a foundational part of the Radford educational experience observed throughout the schools' history. These events, passed from one generation to the next, are always highly enjoyed by the students and looked back upon with pleasure by Radford Alumni.

Find out key objectives to achieve Radford School's mission is to stimulate, at the highest level, the search for knowledge, skill, and understanding.

The history of Radford School provides the foundation for it's excellence in education and succes in developing children into future leaders.

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Radford Traditions

 

A foundational part of the Radford educational experience are the great many traditions and special occasions observed throughout the schools' history. These events, passed from one generation to the next, are always highly enjoyed by the students and looked back upon with pleasure by Radford Alumni.

Convocation

Held in honor of the first day of school. It is an opportunity for parents and students to meet the Radford Administration, Board of Directors, Faculty and new students.

Flag Assembly

A presentation held every month in honor of the flag. The presentations are usually associated with patriotism and the flag as well as special events (i.e. Black History month, Washington's Birthday, etc.

Family Night

A long-standing tradition where parents get an opportunity to meet administration, faculty, staff and students.

Fall Festival

A time for Radford families to have fun together in a safe carnival environment. It is held on the amphitheatre and for the most part, is make up of various game booths as well as a costume contests.

Spirit Week

Radford's preparation for Radford Day. Spirit Week is a week of contests and friendly competition between classes for the spirit stick (first prize.) This is the biggest event among Radford students.

Radford Day

A day to recognize the alumni and hold reunions. It takes place on the last day of Spirit Week and it is also the day that the spirit stick is traditionally awarded.

Radford Dinner

It once was a night of dinner, drama productions, dances and follies. It is now predominantly a dinner theater and talent show.

Operetta

Radford's winter holiday program presented by the elementary school. Operetta 2006

Yule Log

One of the most important and meaningful tradition of all. Yule Log is the ceremony in which the senior class passes the brand and ashes of last year's yule log to the junior class. It is a ceremony that symbolizes the transition that the juniors undergo to become seniors.

Chuck Wagon

A western-style, outdoors dinner prepared for parents and students given during rodeo week.

Senior Dinner

A time for the Senior class to acknowledge and thank their parents, teachers, siblings and their friends for their support. 2008 Senior Dinner

Curriculum Plus

Extra-curricular trip that gives classes an opportunity to receive education outside of the traditional classroom setup. It can be anywhere from Carlsbad Caverns to Florence or Paris. It takes place during the week before Spring Break. Take a look at the 2006 Costa Rica Trip.

May Fete

It is a gift from grades Pre-Kindergarten through 11 to the Senior Class. The gift consists of a performance presented by each grade individually. The May Pole Dance is another significant par of May Fete. It is performed by the Senior Girls in honor of the arrival of spring. Click her for May Fete 2006 Photo Gallery
NHS/NJHS Induction & Banquet Radford Schools National Honor Society and Junior National Honor Society Members are inducted in a formal ceremony followed by a banquet for all members and their families to recognize these outstanding students. 

Baccalaureate

An inspirational speech presented by a guest speaker for the Senior Class. It is also a blessing for the Seniors as they leave for college. 2008 Baccalaureate

Kinder Graduation & Elementary Honors Program

It celebrates the graduation of the Kindergarten students and their admittance into the elementary school program. The Elementary Honors program acknowledges the academic achievements of the elementary school students. 2008 Kinder Graduation
8th Grade Graduation It celebrates the graduation of the Eight grade students and their admittance into the high school program.  2008 8th Grade Graduation

Directors Breakfast

Breakfast prepared for the Senior Class and family, Executive Director wishes the class well and presents them with the Radford pin. The ring-turning ceremony for Juniors is also held. The dress traditionally consists of white or pastel dresses for the girls and suit for the young men.

Honors Convocation

Award ceremony held immediately after Director's Breakfast to honor those students who had superior academic achievement throughout the school year.

Senior Graduation

Ceremony where the school gathers at the end of the year to wish the Seniors well. An inspirational guest speaker gives his/her advice and the Seniors present their gift to Radford School. The Seniors receive their diplomas and the Valedictorian and Salutatorian are recognized. 2008 Senior Graduation
 
   

 

 

 

 

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