Upgrading a Powerhouse: New Hardware for Our Nationally Ranked Cybersecurity Teams
At Flint Hill, we talk a lot about what it means to “pull the sled.” We work together, combining our unique strengths, to lift the entire community to new heights. Recently, our Upper School cybersecurity program gave us a textbook example of this Husky spirit in action. Thanks to the incredible synergy between a generous…
Read MoreProducing a Final Rough Draft: Flint Hill’s Award-Winning Literary Legacy
The tagline of The Rough Draft, Flint Hill’s US literary magazine, is “…because good writing is never finished.” It’s a tagline an English teacher could have written. It’s true that my colleagues and I spend a significant amount of our time encouraging our students to take a second, third, or 14th look at the words…
Read MoreVeni, Vidi, Vici: Why the “Dead Language” is More Alive Than Ever at Flint Hill
In a world increasingly dominated by rapid technological shifts and shorthand communication, the study of Latin — often labeled a “dead” language — might seem like a relic of the past. But here at Flint Hill, Latin is far from dormant. It is a rigorous intellectual discipline that sharpens the mind, builds a foundational understanding…
Read MoreWhy an Authentic High School Experience Matters
In many high-achieving school communities, what should be a formative period of growth can quietly turn into a performance — a series of strategic choices made solely with a future outcome in mind. But an authentic high school experience matters more than a perfectly optimized one. Not just for college outcomes, but for the kind of people students become.
Read MoreThe Art of the Pitch: Huskies Take Meaningful Risks at FBLA Regionals
At Flint Hill, we often talk about the importance of taking “meaningful risks.” It’s a phrase that sounds great in a mission statement, but seeing it in action is something else entirely. While a classroom provides the foundation, the high-stakes skills of negotiation, public speaking under pressure, and real-world data application are usually forged only…
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 MoreStronger Together: Highlights from the Girls & Women In Sports Forum
In celebration of National Girls & Women in Sports Day on Wednesday, February 4, Flint Hill female athletes gathered for an interactive forum led by Head Dance Coach Olivia Landrum, Athletic Trainer Ashley Williams, and Head Softball Coach & Athletics Coordinator Frances Wolf. Throughout the discussion, presenters and students explored topics including performance anxiety, mental…
Read MoreUpper School Student Leadership Opportunities
At Flint Hill School, leadership is not defined by titles — it is an active practice of curiosity, courage, and compassion. Whether through formal leadership roles, student-led initiatives, or community partnerships, students are encouraged to shape their environment, strengthen their teams, and make a difference. The Upper School’s leadership program is co-led by Jeremiah Shepherd,…
Read MoreHuskies Hack Their Way to the Top 2% Nationally in CyberPatriot Competition
There is a quiet intensity that takes over the room when our Cybersecurity teams get to work. It’s a mix of rapid-fire collaboration, meticulous attention to detail, and the kind of team spirit that defines the Husky experience. That dedication recently paid off in a big way on the national stage. After months of preparation…
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