The Duke School

October 2008: I've never been one to complain about my public school education (well, okay, maybe a little bit during early high school when my best friend went to Friends School and I was stuck at Orange High and rather miserable), but being around the incredible kids and teachers at the Duke School in Durham for two days really made me want to go back in time and complain to my parents. The environment is pretty amazing - hands-on, and the kids really have a voice and are encouraged to explore. I was so impressed whenever I heard something come out of their mouths. A few favorites: