‘Gatsby’ Mock Trial: Practicing Persuasion & Poise in the Classroom

May 27, 2025

Flint Hill’s commitment to experiential learning was on full display in Dr. Christine Allred’s English II Honors course, where students didn’t just read “The Great Gatsby” — they put its characters on trial.

Creating an Inclusive Home Library for Your Young Reader

November 1, 2023

A Flint Hill teacher explores how you can create an inclusive library for your young readers at home, along with some book recommendations.

Teacher Spotlight: Khalil Abdul-Malik, Upper School English

October 31, 2023

As an Upper School English teacher at Flint Hill, Khalil Abdul-Malik is eager to not just teach his students a subject but to help them think critically and be the best possible version of themselves.

8 Book Recommendations for Your Young Reader

October 30, 2023

Running out of books for your young reader? Lower School Librarian Michelle Plaut shares eight book recommendations for children in Grades JK-3 (ages 4-8).

7 Book Recommendations for Grades 4-6

October 30, 2023

Is your 4th-6th grader searching for more reading material — or are they not that interested in reading? Grades JK-6 Language Arts Department Chair Christine Dwyer shares seven recommendations for all kinds of readers ages 9-11.

Early Literacy at Flint Hill: The ‘Science of Reading’

October 25, 2023

When students become skilled readers, they develop a confidence that propels them to choose to read and to find joy in the process.