Forsyth School
Emily Gillain is an experienced educator and founding director at Teach With Science, where a YouTube series highlights the experiences of teachers to elevate their visibility in the education field. Currently serving as a school teacher at Forsyth School since January 2020, Emily has previously taught at various institutions, including Raintree School and Community School, focusing on innovative methods such as project-based education and Reggio Emilia principles. Emily holds a Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction and two Bachelor’s Degrees in Early Childhood and Elementary Education. In addition, Emily has contributed as a workshop instructor at several educational conferences, sharing insights on blending educational approaches to enhance student engagement and community problem-solving.
Forsyth School
Forsyth School provides an unforgettable experience for children age 2 through Grade 6. Located in the Wydown-Forsyth Historic District, Forsyth's one-of-a-kind campus comprises six historic homes; walkable resources include Forest Park and Washington University. The challenging and engaging curriculum promotes age-appropriate independence and prepares students to thrive in secondary school and beyond. Forsyth School fosters a spirit of curiosity and joy, empowering children to pursue challenges with confidence. At Forsyth, our talented and caring faculty encourage students to explore and question, enabling them to learn deeply. Each child's unique identity is known, celebrated, and nurtured by our supportive community. The results are profound: children take risks, pursue challenges, and find joy in learning. The "Forsyth experience" is enriched by the school's unique campus, location, and commitment to the natural environment. Forsyth's community values are the essential beliefs that describe our culture and characterize what we uphold: >> We create an environment that encourages children to develop the confidence, courage, and resilience to persevere and embrace challenges in a continually evolving world. >> We celebrate each individual’s unique identity and ensure a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community to which all belong. >> We practice kindness and compassion in our interactions with each other, our community, and the natural world. >> We believe curiosity is the foundation for inquiry, innovation, and creativity. We encourage questioning in our search for knowledge, understanding, and excellence.