Upper School Newsletter – March 4, 2025

Senior Parent Dinner & Commencement Announcements

Parents of the Class of 2026 are invited to a senior parent dinner on Tuesday, March 10, 6:30-8:00 p.m., in the Middle School Commons. This parents-only event will feature Head of School Patrick McHonett and other leaders sharing insights on how to help your senior finish their final year with strength and confidence. Reach out to Wendy Seetaram with any questions or specific dietary restrictions.

Herff Jones offers personalized graduation announcements that showcase Flint Hill's crest and detailed ceremony information, including your student’s name, and can serve as treasured keepsakes of this memorable event. Announcement orders are shipped directly to your home. Place your order here. Contact Herff Jones directly with any questions, 804.598.0971.

Parents' Association Pickleball Social — Join the Waitlist!

Registration filled up quickly for the Pickleball Social on Wednesday, March 11. Join the waitlist, and Assistant Director of Engagement Olivia Landrum will reach out if space becomes available.

Special Upper School Schedule and No Bus Service — Friday, March 13

The Upper School follows a special schedule on Friday, March 13, the last day before Spring Break. We use that day to administer the pre-ACT to the 10th grade students. We don’t hold classes for the other three grade levels on that day, so they are excused from attending school. Important Note: There will be no bus service on that day.

Practice ACT — Friday, March 13

On Friday, March 13, our 10th grade class will be taking a diagnostic ACT on campus, administered by Compass Education Group. Flint Hill has registered all students for the test. Read more about the diagnostic test.

Compass Education Group is also offering a webinar, “Navigating College Admissions Tests,” for Flint Hill families on Tuesday, April 7, at 7:00 p.m. Learn what you need to know about the latest developments in SAT/ACT Digital Transitions; crafting a personalized testing and prep timeline; and more. Registration is required.

Spring Uniform and Spirit Wear Exchange — Friday, March 13

Time for some spring cleaning! Mark your calendars for the Spring Uniform Exchange on Friday, March 13, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., in Hazel Lower School, Room 101. The Exchange is intentionally scheduled to coincide with Lower School Parent Conferences. There is no cost for this event, and you do not have to donate to participate. Item availability is based on donations and will be first-come, first-served.

Donation Drop-off: Parents may drop off gently used, clean uniforms and spirit wear on the Miller House front porch until Friday, March 6, between 8:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Kindly launder items before donating. Middle and Upper School parents are welcome to donate and/or shop for spirit wear.

School Store Open — Friday, March 13

The School Store will be open during the Uniform and Spirit Wear Exchange on Friday, March 13, 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., at Hazel Lower School in Room 112. You can also shop early online and pick up your items on Friday, March 13. For Exchange questions, please contact Assistant Director of Engagement Olivia Landrum ’11. For School Store questions, contact Store Manager Marina Matthes.

Save the Date: Prom Night on the Hill — Friday, April 24

Break out your best ’80s look because this year’s Night on the Hill theme is Prom, but just for the grown-ups! Current parents, alumni parents, and faculty and staff are invited for an all-adult evening filled with nostalgic fun, great company, and a few surprises you definitely didn’t have at your high school prom. Invitations will be sent electronically soon, but mark your calendars for Friday, April 24, 8:00-10:00 p.m.

Does Your Work Involve City Planning, Animals, or Space?

From time to time, teachers would like to bring in a presenter to enhance the classroom curriculum. Given the extensive levels of expertise within the parent and alumni community, we’d like to make these opportunities more broadly accessible.

We have a current need for speakers who would briefly present on the following topics in an age-appropriate way for 1st graders:

• City Planning: We are looking for someone who can share how cities are planned, possibly connecting it to the problem-solving process or writing process.
• Animals/Plants: Help facilitate a nature walk and spark curiosity about animals and the planet before we begin or during those learning units.
• Space: Having learned about day and night patterns, and following a planetarium visit, we are looking for someone who can share more info about space.

Contact Assistant Head of School for Institutional Advancement Meredith VanDuyne to learn more (no obligations). Thank you for helping students and teachers make these real-world connections!

Beyond the Reminders and Announcements

Since this newsletter is always full of parent need-to-knows, we want to tell you where to find more of the fun stuff! Our social media channels (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn) are the best place to see real-time highlights of student life. Follow our dedicated athletics account for all things Husky sports!

We’re also sharing in-depth stories on our Husky Highlights blog and spotlighting alumni journeys on Flint Hill Futures. Did we mention Flint Hill started a podcast featuring insights from our expert faculty and staff? We hope these channels offer a vivid window into our community and a deeper connection to the Husky experience.

Volunteers Needed: Sign Up for a Shift in the Igloo!

We need your help to open the Igloo each day! Bring a friend and sign up for as many shifts as you'd like — your support makes a difference and gives you a glimpse into Upper School life. Sign up here!