Scientific Thinking in Action: Lower School Science at Flint Hill
From Junior Kindergarten through 6th grade, we empower students to step into the roles of scientists and engineers from day one. As the Lower School Science Department Chair, I am always thrilled to share how we foster analytical thinking and cultivate a love for discovery in our youngest learners.
Read MoreMastering the ‘Messy Middle’: The Triumph of the Inaugural Middle School Science Exhibition
Blog Summary: Flint Hill’s inaugural Middle School Science Exhibition transformed traditional science fair projects into an engaging, interactive showcase where students embraced the “messy middle” of scientific inquiry. Guided by hands-on experimentation, trial, and error, young scientists explored real-world questions across biology, physics, and environmental science while honing critical thinking and presentation skills. This milestone…
Read MoreA Milestone Year: Science Olympiad Huskies Shine at the State Finals
Blog Summary: Flint Hill Upper School’s Science Olympiad team celebrated a milestone year by competing at the Virginia Science Olympiad State Finals, earning top regional and state honors across a wide range of STEM disciplines. Demonstrating exceptional technical skill and collaborative problem-solving, Husky scientists excelled in hands-on engineering challenges and rigorous academic events. This achievement…
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.
Read MoreWhy Physics First? Science Curriculum Explained
Most schools start with Biology or Earth Science and escalate to Physics. But in the 1990s, Flint Hill switched that around. Why did we make the change?
Read MoreTeacher 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.
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