Full Circle: From Senior Project to Inspiring 1st Grade Noun Town
It was a true full-circle moment for Omer Aziz-Quintana ’23 as he stepped back into a Lower School classroom in the Hazel Academic Building — not as a student, but as the visiting expert. Omer’s path toward urban planning actually began right here at Flint Hill during his senior year, when he approached me seeking…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Scavenger Hunt Surprise: Finding a Falcon in the City
Spring at Flint Hill brings a special tradition for our 8th graders: the 8th Grade Photography Scavenger Hunt in Washington, D.C. Often described as a “choose your own adventure” experience, this Advisory Day allows students to navigate the city via Metro, working together to complete a list of creative missions. While the day is a…
Read MoreBeyond Translation: From Spanish Student to Bilingual Advocate
Kristin Piazza’s Spanish IV students welcomed a guest with a very familiar face: Upper School counselor Andrew Doll ’03, whose office is just steps away from their classroom. The visit was a true full-circle moment for Mr. Doll considering he once sat in their very seats as a student in Ms. Piazza’s Spanish classroom. He…
Read MoreAlumni Check-In: Preparing for the World Our Students Will Inherit
The careers our youngest Huskies will someday pursue may not even exist yet. But what will always matter are the human skills that endure: creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, adaptability, and integrity.
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