The Juniper School

Imagine a school where curiosity guides curriculum… a school that nurtures academic excellence and social-emotional intelligence… a school committed to celebrating and inspiring individuality, mindfulness and compassion in the children of our community.

We are proud to tell you: we are that school! We are… Juniper. 

Now a K - 8 Elemiddle School!

Testimonials

“We work more together than we do apart.” – Juniper student

“We learn how to take care of us.”– Juniper student 

“Juniper is blazing a path of educational reform and enlightenment.  It has awarded me the freedom to stretch my teaching wings; try slightly unorthodox teaching methods; push social and academic boundaries that ‘traditional’ schools thrive on; and truly meet each child’s academic needs without feeling over-extended. More importantly, TJS has created a climate and culture where all people, teachers, families, and students alike feel valued for what they have rather than being judged by what they lack.” – H. Venaglia, board member and former Juniper teacher

“We practice mindfulness every day to keep calm and it relieves any stress from home or at school”– Juniper student

“I used to not like school, now I do, you can always talk to your teachers here.”– Juniper student

“The Juniper School has been such a huge blessing for our family. All three of our kids have benefited from attending this unique school. Juniper school has a whole child approach that values not only academic learning, but also character development, life skills, and community involvement, all of which are extremely important in our ever changing world.” – Elanor Meeker, Juniper Parent

“I can take mindful time for myself.”– Juniper student 

“What makes Juniper unique and special is that when kids are frustrated or arguing with the teacher they can take a break. A break can be go to the safe spot, sensory room, or like take a walk.” - Juniper student