Ep #12: Traditions! How School Traditions Shape and Stick in the Lab Schools

No Bells And A Bagpiper Walk Into School... start of a funny joke or something else?On this Episode, we dig into the traditions and everyday quirks that define our Lab Schools culture, from no bells and open campus to the big community events that create core memories. We also wrestle with what should evolve, what we miss, and how to honor tradition without blocking innovation or equity.• why daily systems like no bells shape student independence • how lunch schedules and building constraints change adult and student life • open campus as a privilege tied to safety, behavior, and academics • Metcalf signature experiences like Move In, outdoor ed, the musical, and the circus • U-High traditions like the Greek Olympics, Mr U High, and Class Night • traditions we miss, including more cross-building community time • reclaiming leadership in education technology, one-to-one devices, and AI readiness • alignment and equity questions in the Metcalf to U-High transition • healthy friction when traditions turn into rigid scripts If you think there’s something we need to feature next season, when we hit the ground running in August, tell us. We want to know.Send us Fan Mail