Full Circle: From Senior Project to Inspiring 1st Grade Noun Town

Blog Summary: Flint Hill School alumnus Omer Aziz-Quintana ’23 returned to campus to inspire 1st graders working on their “Noun Town” community design project. His visit highlighted the lasting impact of Flint Hill’s Senior Project program, which first sparked Omer’s passion for urban planning and guided his path to higher education and career success. It…

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The Ultimate Scavenger Hunt Surprise: Finding a Falcon in the City

Blog Summary: Spring at Flint Hill brings a cherished tradition for 8th graders: the annual Photography Scavenger Hunt in Washington, D.C. This event is designed as an experiential “choose your own adventure” Advisory Day. Students navigate the city via Metro in small groups to complete creative missions, capture landmarks, and build real-world independence. This hands-on…

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Beyond Translation: From Spanish Student to Bilingual Advocate

Blog Summary: Flint Hill Upper School’s modern language curriculum empowers students to go beyond basic translation and build meaningful cultural fluency and civic engagement. Through immersive Spanish coursework, real-world service opportunities, and deep conversational practice, students transform into confident bilingual advocates equipped to impact local and global communities. This holistic approach reflects Flint Hill’s mission…

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