Upper school students took the spotlight at our very first Fashion & Film Showcase, a red carpet event celebrating original student films and student-designed fashion. As part of our new film and fashion electives, students spent weeks developing, designing, filming, and refining their work before presenting it to the community.

AP Government students welcomed Mary Beth Tinker, whose involvement in the landmark case Tinker v. Des Moines helped establish students’ First Amendment rights during the Vietnam War. She shared insights from her experience and answered student questions to bring the lasting impact of the case into present-day perspective.

Upper School students welcomed the Jack O’Kelley Foundation for a program focused on drug awareness and prevention. Through a presentation featuring multiple speakers including a retired DEA agent, students learned about the risks of illegal drugs, including fentanyl, and the importance of making informed decisions. The foundation also hosted a parent event the evening prior. A recording of the parent session was sent to parents via school email.

Upper School AP Environmental Science students brought their water studies unit to a close with by kayaking along Ebenezer Creek. They explored local ecosystems and observed conservation efforts in action. The trip connected classroom concepts to real-world environments and deepened their understanding of our local water systems.

Upper School art students participated in the SCAD Sidewalk Arts Festival, creating large-scale chalk artworks in Forsyth Park. After practicing on campus in the Quad last week, our students were prepared to bring their own designs to life. In its 45th year, the festival transformed Forsyth Park into a vibrant plein air exhibition, and the Hornets were proud to be part of it.