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Small Boarding Schools: It’s like living in giant extended family

Posted on April 24, 2012 by admin

I was reading a press release and looking at some pictures today that triggered a bunch of memories and got me thinking about the intensity and all encompassing nature of the small school boarding school experience. It’s like living in … Continue reading →

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A School that Lives Sustainably on Earth

Posted on October 25, 2011 by admin

Karen Brown, Creative Director for The Center for Ecoliteracy and an advocate of “Smart by Nature Education” highlighted Midland School‘s environmental stewardship and community ethos in her talk at last week’s Bioneers Conference 2011. Midland’s a co-ed boarding school in … Continue reading →

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Midland School’s Unique Approach to Life and Basketball

Posted on February 11, 2011 by Brian Fisher

Midland School‘s boys basketball team ‘the Oaks’ receive nice coverage from Joe Bailey of the Santa Ynez Valley News. Bailey does a great job of painting the union between the Oak’s 7-0 start and Midland’s values. Midland basketball coach athletic … Continue reading →

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Pete Coonradt’s “Midland” Online In It’s Entirety

Posted on February 4, 2011 by Brian Fisher

A couple of weeks back we introduced Midland School alumnus Pete Coonradt‘s and his two films “Midland” and “Midland Stories.” At press time, “Midland” was available only as a series of YouTube installments. We’re happy to share with readers that … Continue reading →

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Alum and Filmmaker Pursues The Lasting Effects of His Midland School Experiences

Posted on January 15, 2011 by Brian Fisher

A quick introduction to a larger topic that we’ll be covering in more detail- Will Graham, Midland School‘s Head of School, brought Midland alumnus Peter Coonradt and his work to our attention. Peter, did as many boarding school alumni. He … Continue reading →

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