Five Suggestions. One Final Ask.
“Research1 shows that boys and girls are able to achieve equally well in math and science at the high school level, yet fewer girls pursue post-secondary studies in STEM subjects, and even fewer continue on to careers in STEM. What would you do to change this?” This was a question asked of every candidate who […]
School Profile 2018-2019
In the Upper School, girls are challenged to focus and deepen their knowledge and skills while exploring meaningful connections across a broad range of academic disciplines. Courses in the arts, languages, sciences and humanities provide each student with the opportunity to discover and embolden her passion for learning. Skilled and caring teachers help each student […]
AP at the Castle: A Balanced Approach to Learning
There’s a debate going on in many schools across North America. Educators, students, and parents are questioning the value of Advanced Placement (AP) courses. The debate, long taken up by educators, is gaining broader momentum, spurred on by a recent Washington Post article jointly written by the heads of eight, elite Washington-area private schools. The […]