Shrub Oak International School marked the holiday season with a hot cocoa and gingerbread gathering in the Hub, a student activity center on campus, that brought students and staff together for an afternoon centered on comfort, creativity, and connection. The event reflected the school’s commitment to building community through meaningful

Shrub Oak International School held its annual Winter Showcase bringing together students, staff, and families for an afternoon that highlighted student creativity across visual and performing arts. The event reflected the school’s transdisciplinary approach, emphasizing communication, self-expression, and community through meaningful, student-centered experiences. The Hub served as the first point

Each winter, holiday baking is a meaningful tradition at Shrub Oak International School, offering students the opportunity to engage in a familiar seasonal activity that blends routine, creativity, and practical life skills. One favorite recipe, chocolate toffee matzo, has become a staple holiday treat. Simple in structure yet rich in

Each winter, Shrub Oak International School organizes a series of seasonal excursions that blend recreation, community engagement, and experiential learning. These outings give our students the opportunity to explore local destinations, practice communication and social skills in authentic settings, and enjoy some of the region’s most beloved holiday traditions. Students

Each November, we come together as a community to support families in need by donating turkeys with all the trimmings to The Community Food Pantry at St. Mary’s in Mohegan Lake, continuing a tradition of generosity that has become an important part of who we are at Shrub Oak International

Our team recently introduced a Gratitude Tree in our staff lounge, a seasonal addition that reflects the strong sense of community at Shrub Oak International School. The idea grew naturally from the work begun earlier this year to strengthen staff involvement and demonstrate appreciation across campus. Back in August, we