Teacher Spotlight: Zita Gray, Upper School Science
Zita Gray is dedicated to science education at Flint Hill School. But she’s quick to point out that school isn’t just about the subject you teach — it’s about the community you create.
Read MoreMastering the “Messy Middle”: The Triumph of the Inaugural Middle School Science Exhibition
Flint Hill recently completed the first iteration of the 8th Grade Science Exhibition, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the students’ range of projects, visual presentations, and thoughtful and articulate discussion of their work. Like most great curricular enhancements at Flint Hill, this showcase began with an idea and proposal from our passionate educators.…
Read MoreA Milestone Year: Science Olympiad Huskies Shine at the State Finals
Science Olympiad is often described as a ‘track meet for the mind,’ but at Flint Hill, it’s really about the strength of the pack. This season, our program saw over 40 students in grades 5-12 come together to tackle 23 hands-on STEM events across two major tournaments. Supported by parent volunteers and returning alumni, our…
Read MoreTeacher Spotlight: Gary Smilowitz, Middle and Upper School Science
Spotlight’s on Mr. Smilowitz! Good Morning Washington’s Brian van de Graaff recently visited Flint Hill’s campus to feature our resident Navy pilot-turned-teacher, Gary Smilowitz.
Read MoreThe Science of Sharing: Flint Hill’s Inaugural Science Exhibition
The caliber of the work reflected a voluntary dedication that went far beyond the classroom. As Krug observed, none of this extra work was required; students chose to return to projects from previous years, revising visuals and refining their data to ensure they were putting their best foot forward. “They did it because they wanted to,” Dr. Krug notes, describing how students frequented office hours to build their posters from scratch and polish their findings to a higher standard.
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