Issue 2 2024-2025
News
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Lower School Playscape Opens to Rave Reviews
Our long-awaited new Lower School Playscape is open, and it was worth the wait! On a snowy day in February, Lower School faculty were treated to a preview of the…Read More Read LessOur long-awaited new Lower School Playscape is open, and it was worth the wait! On a snowy day in February, Lower School faculty were treated to a preview of the playscape and had a chance to “test out” all the equipment. Their joy is obvious in all the photos!
A few days later, Lower School students gleefully scattered across the playscape to explore and had so much fun swinging, sliding, and climbing. We are overjoyed to see our students stretching their bodies and minds in this newly designed space which offers a variety of opportunities for swinging, sliding, spinning, hopping, skipping, climbing, stomping, digging, imagining, relaxing, and exploring. The tree house section is still under construction and is expected to be completed by the end of the year. See the Lower Schoolers’ first day on playscape here!
Features
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From the Office of Equity, Justice, and Belonging
In December, seven Westtown School employees traveled to the National Association of Independent Schools’ People of Color Conference (PoCC) in Denver, Colorado, to take part in seminars, master classes, and…Read More Read LessIn December, seven Westtown School employees traveled to the National Association of Independent Schools’ People of Color Conference (PoCC) in Denver, Colorado, to take part in seminars, master classes, and workshops on a range of topics. PoCC has been held annually since 1986 and it is specifically designed to support equity and inclusion for people of color working in independent schools. Here are some of their reflections.
“PoCC is always a great place to connect and recharge. Since I work primarily in the Middle School, I loved the opportunity to get to know my colleagues from other divisions, some of whom teach my younger son, Hugo. I especially enjoyed the Latinx affinity session which has grown substantially since I first attended PoCC almost 20 years ago. The session that stood out to me the most was Playing with Polarization: Building Empathy and Understanding Through Creative Dialogue. The session began with a very intentional seating arrangement so that everyone had a place to sit and other participants to engage with. There were several prompts at each table for us to consider that dove into polarizing topics ranging from wealth and privilege to immigration and education. Instead of diving right into these potentially triggering topics with students, the presenters used a metaphor-driven approach that provided them with an opportunity to engage in dialogue around topics that mostly involved different phenomena in nature. The structure of these conversations was meant to have students develop their listening, empathy, and creative problem-solving skills before tackling more polarizing topics such as U.S. politics during the election. As teachers, we had a chance to practice this method in small groups while learning how the Field School staff navigated the last presidential election cycle.” ~Carlos Charriez, Middle School science faculty
“As an educator new to the independent school system I did not know what to expect attending my first professional conference. What I walked away with was a sense of camaraderie and personal empowerment. I had the opportunity to visit the International School of Denver and hear directly from their EJB Director and a BIPOC student affinity group over the challenges and successes they have encountered rolling out this work in their community. I attended very personal and thought-provoking workshops such as Colorism in the Latine Community and The Erasure of Black Girls in Schools, two topics that impacted me as an educator and mother. The most powerful thing that I walked away with, however, was the opportunity to hear from other professionals and connect with some in affinity groups that allowed us to be vulnerable with one another and feel a little less alone. Our experiences are not unique no matter what part of the country we were from. I think one of the hardest parts of EJB work is feeling like you are never doing enough but attending PoCC and just looking over the thousands of amazing educators, administrators, and students I take some comfort for now. There are a lot of amazing educators out there doing the work, and giving their students and communities the voices they deserve. We are the dreams of our ancestors.” ~Jenn Andres, Lower School Spanish faculty
“While Sekou Andrews was commenting on what it is like to be a BIPOC educator at our PWIs [predominantly White institutions] and then exist in the space at PoCC, I was thinking about how this experience is intense and also in isolation. To feel extreme community and belonging for a few days at the conference can make the readjustment back to my full-time community feel more removed. However, I am not white every day of the year. At my first and at this PoCC experience, I attended the Multicultural Affinity Group. I think this group suits me most because people in the room look all different kinds of ways, and yet, we end up sharing so much. This is how it is for me here at Westtown as well. No one looks just like me, and yet I find things in common with my peers, my students, and other community members.” ~Fran de la Torre-Shu, Upper School Learning Specialist
“My own experience of the PoCC was one of professional nourishment. Given that so many Equity, Justice, and Belonging-type positions across independent schools are held by people of color, PoCC offers a unique opportunity to connect with and learn from the experiences and expertise of many people who occupy roles similar to my own. I was able to engage with speakers and participants at sessions that focused on financial aid beyond tuition (similar to Westtown’s Full Access program) and engagement of alums of color, among other sessions, as well as hear firsthand from experts in the field including Kenji Yoshino (New York University School of Law, author of Say the Right Thing: How to Talk About Identity, Diversity, and Justice) and Ruha Benjamin (Princeton University, author of Race after Technology) whose work has previously informed my own practices. Being able to connect with people in parallel and adjacent roles at other independent schools was invigorating and I returned with new ideas for collaborations with our Advancement and Admissions teams, as well as other strategies and tools that I’m already beginning to implement. I also left with an even greater appreciation of the excellent work that Westtown has put into building inclusive spaces and practices here at our school over the course of decades.” ~Louisa Egan Brad, Dean of Equity, Justice, and Belonging
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Disability Awareness Month Speakers
March was Disability Awareness Month, and before spring break, we were honored to host both Aimee Ruben and Karla Gilbride. Aimee is the owner of Game On State, a non-profit…Read More Read LessMarch was Disability Awareness Month, and before spring break, we were honored to host both Aimee Ruben and Karla Gilbride. Aimee is the owner of Game On State, a non-profit business in Media that models inclusive hiring practices. She spoke at Lower School Gathering, then with Middle School students before Meeting for Worship. Later in the week, Karla, a lawyer and activist who was the General Counsel of the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the first blind lawyer to argue a case before the Supreme Court (she won her case 9-0), spoke with Middle and Upper School students at assembly about how blindness has shaped her life’s work, and why the scope of her work includes not just advocating for people with disabilities, but for everyone facing discrimination. Our thanks to Aimee and Karla for speaking to our students, and to Dean of Equity, Justice, and Belonging Louisa Egan Brad for bringing these speakers to campus.
Aimee Ruben Karla Gilbride (left) and Louisa Egan Brad
Students
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Lunar New Year Celebrations
Students in all divisions celebrated Lunar New Year, including a special Community Dinner in Upper School. Students worked with Dining Services to create a delicious meal that included special performances…Read More Read LessStudents in all divisions celebrated Lunar New Year, including a special Community Dinner in Upper School. Students worked with Dining Services to create a delicious meal that included special performances and even a dragon dance!
We thank the parents who decorated the Lower and Middle School lobbies, and the Lower School parents who came in as guest readers and did special activities for students! During Gathering, Lower School students and teachers had an incredible time donning their red clothing, symbolizing good luck. They listened intently to 6th grader, Stella, read a selection about Lunar New Year. Fifth grader, Chris, explained the folklore behind the tradition of children receiving an envelope of lucky money. Lower School students Bowen, Tiarra, Chris, Charles, Cali, Cami, Jeremiah, Carolina, and Amelia shared their traditions in this video. Immense joy filled the room as students saw their classmates sharing an incredibly important part of their heritage with the greater community.
Enjoy more photos of Community Dinner here and of Lower School activities here!
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Second Graders Explore Marine Life
The Second Grade turned the Lower School Gathering Room into an aquarium! Each student researched a sea animal and wrote a book about their topic, then made dioramas or stop…Read More Read LessThe Second Grade turned the Lower School Gathering Room into an aquarium! Each student researched a sea animal and wrote a book about their topic, then made dioramas or stop motion videos in art class to show the animal in its habitat. Other Lower School classes came to learn about the different sea creatures, ask questions, and admire the projects. Great job, junior marine biologists! Enjoy the whole photo gallery here.
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Black History Month Archives Museum
Just before spring break, The Fifth Grade EJB team hosted a Black History Month Archives Museum in the South Room, an exhibit open to the whole school community. Each group…Read More Read LessJust before spring break, The Fifth Grade EJB team hosted a Black History Month Archives Museum in the South Room, an exhibit open to the whole school community. Each group worked with Westtown Archivist Sara Mullen to review archival materials and research Black pioneers at Westtown, and then, over the course of two days, gave presentations as visitors came to their tables during the exhibit.
“I launched the Fifth Grade Equity, Justice, and Belonging team three years ago to ensure student voices consistently connected to Westtown’s mission-aligned approach.” shares Kelly Yiadom, Director of Equity, Justice, and Belonging for Lower and Middle Schools. “At the beginning of the year, students have the opportunity to volunteer their time in an effort to do a deeper dive into social justice while developing their advocacy and presentation skills.
“For the Black History Month Archives Museum, students diligently researched Black Westtown pioneers, narrated their stories, and designed the exhibits to bring their stories to life. Their parents and several Westtown community members filled the South Room to learn about Charles Hammond (the first Black man to graduate from Westtown), Mervin Hutton (the first full-time Black teacher), Siggy Howard (the first Black woman to graduate from Westtown), and Grace Cunningham (the first Black student to attend Westtown), and Sonia Simmons (one of the first five Black students admitted to Westtown). Nothing is more rewarding than witnessing the journey of a project through its completion. To that, well done, Jordan, Eric, Dania, Jackson, Chloe, Nora, Lucas, Sam, Tommy, Kennedy, and Evvia!”
You can enjoy a gallery of photos of their exhibit here.
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National Science Bowl
This year was Westtown’s first time sending a team to the National Science Bowl competition. This competition is a tense and fast-paced Jeopardy!-style competition in which teams compete to answer…Read More Read LessThis year was Westtown’s first time sending a team to the National Science Bowl competition. This competition is a tense and fast-paced Jeopardy!-style competition in which teams compete to answer science questions faster than their opponents. Questions can include topics in biology, chemistry, earth science, astronomy, physics, math, and energy science, often about extremely technical concepts.
Science teacher and faculty advisor of the team Niral Desai shares, “On February 22, five intrepid science students on the team traveled to the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory in Princeton, New Jersey, and competed for the very first time against some of the top Science Bowl teams in the nation. Ben D’Alessandro ’26, Quinlan McLear ’26, Jamie Lee ’27, and Angela Wang ’26 joined captain Tessa Kipnis ’26 as our inaugural team, making Westtown history. The competition was fierce, and these five are looking optimistically toward next year’s competition.”
On March 2, eight Westtown students also attended the Johns Hopkins Invitational Science Bowl Tournament with science teacher Niral Desai and history teacher Marissa Colston in Baltimore, Maryland. “Dividing into two teams, our students competed in five rounds during the round-robin portion of the competition, with one of the two teams advancing to the double elimination bracket,” says Desai. “Our first team consisted of Tessa Kipnis, Quinlan McLear, Jamie Lee, and Angela Wang; on our second team, Ben D’Alessandro served as captain with teammates Leila Alobeidy ’28, Sarah Lan ’27, and Jerry Rao ’27.”
The Science Bowl program is thriving in its first year and team members are already eager to start studying for next year’s competition. Westtown is very proud of the hard work that our Science Bowl teams have shown in such a short time. The program aims to expand to the Middle School as interest in competing continues to grow. We look forward to continuing to showcase Westtown’s excellence in the National Science Bowl! Go ‘Town!
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Third Grade African Dance
Now in its twenty-third year, the partnership with Jeannine Osayande and the Dunya Performing Arts Company continues! During their six-week residency, teachers Charis Fisher and Kristin Hayman and third graders…Read More Read LessNow in its twenty-third year, the partnership with Jeannine Osayande and the Dunya Performing Arts Company continues! During their six-week residency, teachers Charis Fisher and Kristin Hayman and third graders worked with Jeannine and company as part of their studies on the continent of Africa, its cultures, and its art. During the residency, the students learned the movements, origins, stories, and symbolism of the African dances and Capoeira. They also learned about West African adinkra symbols which they incorporated in their batik costumes that they made in their art classes. The studies culminated in the wonderful African Dance performance. At the finale, teachers took the stage and the audience joined in as well! Enjoy the whole gallery of photos here!
Arts
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Middle School Artists Featured in Youth Art Month Exhibit
Congratulations to 8th graders William B., Daniel D., Cass H., Rylan K., Nandan N., and Abby S.! Their artwork is featured in The Youth Art Month (YAM) Exhibit . This…Read More Read LessCongratulations to 8th graders William B., Daniel D., Cass H., Rylan K., Nandan N., and Abby S.! Their artwork is featured in The Youth Art Month (YAM) Exhibit . This statewide online art exhibition, organized by the Pennsylvania Art Educators Association, is part of the nationwide Youth Art Month administered by The Council for Art Educators and The National Art Educators Association.
Art teacher Marta Willgoose Salo shares, “As 8th graders, this is a special honor. Their featured art works and their studio habits as artists, reflect creativity, artistic risk-taking, persistence, development of craft, and their attention to the expression of their ideas. They each represent the power of an arts education at Westtown and are role models for their peers in our Middle School art studios.”
The Council for Art Education administers Youth Art Month. Youth Art Month encourages support for quality school art programs and promotes art material safety. The program provides a medium for recognizing skills developed through visual arts experiences unlike any other curriculum subjects, including problem-solving, creativity, observation, and communication.
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ChesCo Band Fest
Congratulations to the ten 5th and 6th graders who were selected to perform in this year's Chesco Band Fest hosted by Phoenixville Area Middle School! The Fest brought together over…Read More Read LessCongratulations to the ten 5th and 6th graders who were selected to perform in this year’s Chesco Band Fest hosted by Phoenixville Area Middle School! The Fest brought together over 100 5th and 6th grade band students from around Chester County representing 25 elementary and middle schools. Students spent the day rehearsing with a guest conductor in preparation for an evening concert that same day. This year, students got to work with Dr. Scott Watson and premiered a new piece titled “Legend of the Blue Flame.” Well done, musicians, and thank you, teacher Jason Wu!
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Winter Concerts
The winter concerts are opportunities to showcase our students' wonderful voice and instrumental talents! In case you missed them, you can enjoy photos of the Middle School Concert here and…Read More Read LessThe winter concerts are opportunities to showcase our students’ wonderful voice and instrumental talents! In case you missed them, you can enjoy photos of the Middle School Concert here and the Upper School Concert here.
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5th Grade Play
Before spring break, our Fifth Graders took to the stage in the Barton-Test Theater to perform Fairy Tale Fixer Upper, a collection of classic fairy tales reimagined and re-written by…Read More Read LessBefore spring break, our Fifth Graders took to the stage in the Barton-Test Theater to perform Fairy Tale Fixer Upper, a collection of classic fairy tales reimagined and re-written by the students themselves. Students also helped to create and design the set. Fifth grade teachers Andy Fetzer and Audra Deprisco rounded out the cast and Theater Director Shawn Rowley directed the show. Bravo, 5th Graders! Check out photos from their performance here!
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Middle School Play
The Middle School play, The Edgar Allen Poe Afterlife Radio Show, was wonderful success! A tap at a chamber door, and the beat of a hideous heart evoked the very…Read More Read LessThe Middle School play, The Edgar Allen Poe Afterlife Radio Show, was wonderful success! A tap at a chamber door, and the beat of a hideous heart evoked the very best and creepiest of Edgar Allan Poe. When Poe set out to keep his stories alive from beyond the grave, an otherworldly radio studio proved to be just the thing. Wandering spirits gathered to play the roles in Poe’s most classic works from The Cask of the Amontillado to The Fall of the House of Usher. The grim master of the macabre was a little new to radio, but his cat helped him out. Middle Schoolers did an excellent job and a shout out to teacher Jack McManus who directed the production! Enjoy the entire gallery of photos here.
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Philadelphia Arts Trip
Before spring break, 63 Upper School students went on the second annual Philadelphia Arts trip. Students had the opportunity to experience different aspects of performing and visual arts, and went…Read More Read LessBefore spring break, 63 Upper School students went on the second annual Philadelphia Arts trip. Students had the opportunity to experience different aspects of performing and visual arts, and went in small groups to learn from professionals about music, film photography, ceramics, theater, and dance.
Robert Frazier’s music cohort went to the Kimmel Center and sat in on an Open Rehearsal of the Philadelphia Orchestra. They watched and listened to them prepare for a concert series with a guest conductor. The repertoire included Beethoven’s Symphony 3, Tilson Thomas’s Agnegram, and Ravel’s Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, featuring pianist Pierre-Luarent Aimard. It was a fascinating and beautiful music-making experience, providing a window into what happens in a professional orchestra rehearsal setting. Afterwards, their group walked to Reading Terminal to debrief, eat lunch, and visit a few Philadelphia landmarks.
Shannon Moriarty’s film photography cohort worked with The Halide Project, a volunteer-run non-profit and community darkroom in the Kensington neighborhood of Philadelphia. They explored their annual juried exhibition, Living Image, which showcases traditional/historic photographic processes, and then they learned about film photography with teaching artist Pat Blocher, who led them through a hands-on darkroom demonstration. Students mixed their chemicals, exposed and developed images, and challenged their understanding of what it can take to make a photograph. They concluded their time by creating photograms using personal objects, digital negatives, and drawings.
Stephanie Wilhelm’s ceramics cohort returned to The Clay Studio of Philadelphia, an organization that works with artists and the community to build connections and educate through ceramics. Students spent time in the ceramic shop, viewed three current exhibitions in the gallery, toured classrooms, studios, the new 3D printing clay lab, and met the Artists in Residence who are professionals in the field. The highlight of the day was a two-hour workshop creating two handbuilt bowls, one of which the student kept and the other of which was donated to the PhilaBowl event! This event is an international project to fight hunger, personalized by artists and art organizations on a community level. What made this experience one-of-a-kind was that our students had the opportunity to experience the joy of working with clay while also giving back to the local community through the pieces they created.
The Production and Theater Performance Cohorts led by Justin Baker and Shawn Rowley spent the day at the Walnut Street Theater, touring the country’s oldest professional theater, workshopping with theater professionals, and attending a special matinee of their current show, Hay Fever. Students brought a lot of curiosity and high energy to their engagement with these theater artists!
With Amy Grebe, dancers from Elements Dance Company and winter dance co-curricular enjoyed two intense classes at Urban Movement Arts led by Alexis Curiel. Alexis is a professional hip-hop and street dance artist and teacher and has performed alongside many up-and-coming hip-hop musicians. They started with a hip-hop class with a challenging combination and then moved into a house class, learning the history and technique of house dance and music. Our dancers maintained high energy and engagement levels throughout their three straight hours of dancing and were reluctant to leave! Between their classes and meeting our fellow Westonians, they enjoyed some well-earned ice cream and a stroll through Love Park.
Afterwards, all groups reconvened at Friends Select School, where they shared about their different experiences, relaxed, and ate dinner together before attending the opening of Swan Lake at The Academy of Music as a department.
The Performing and Visual Arts Department would like to thank the Upper School Office, Dining Services, Technology, Advancement, Communications, and Transportation for their collaboration. And a special thanks to the generosity of Deborah Cassady ‘57, who made this trip possible, keeping it free and accessible for all students to participate. Thanks also to our arts faculty who made it all possible: Robert Frazier, Shannon Moriarity, Stephanie Wilhelm, Justin Baker, Shawn Rowley, and Amy Grebe!
Athletics
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National Letters of Intent
Join us in congratulating the eleven seniors who signed their NLIs! They signed their letters surrounded by friends and family in a celebration on Coach Downey Court. These student-athletes will…Read More Read LessJoin us in congratulating the eleven seniors who signed their NLIs! They signed their letters surrounded by friends and family in a celebration on Coach Downey Court. These student-athletes will go on to play in their respective sports at the following colleges and universities:
Jason Beaman – Lemoyne College – lacrosse
Jayden Forsythe – Xavier University – basketball
Kennedy Hall – Boston College – basketball
Kennedy Henry – Villanova University – basketball
Olivia Jones – Harvard University – basketball
Jayden Kelsey – Binghamton University – basketball
Aidan Langley – Towson University – basketball
Jahmare Memphis – LaSalle – basketball
Ewen Patrick – Limestone University – lacrosse
Carlos Salazar – Kenyon College – soccer
Cam Wallace – Temple Univeristy – basketballEnjoy the gallery of photos of the signing here! Go ‘TOWN!
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Double Champs-Again!
The powerhouse girls varsity basketball team brought home two championships this season! They won the Friends Schools League Championship for the fifth consecutive year and the the PAISAA State Championship…Read More Read LessThe powerhouse girls varsity basketball team brought home two championships this season! They won the Friends Schools League Championship for the fifth consecutive year and the the PAISAA State Championship for the forth year in a row. Congratulations to this stellar team!! Go ‘TOWN!
Enjoy photos of their season here.
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1000 Pointers!
This winter season, five basketball players reached their 1000-point career mark. This amazing milestone was met by: Jessie Moses '27 and Jordyn Palmer '27 on the girls varsity team, and…Read More Read LessThis winter season, five basketball players reached their 1000-point career mark. This amazing milestone was met by: Jessie Moses ’27 and Jordyn Palmer ’27 on the girls varsity team, and by Marshall Bailey ’27, Jayden Forsythe ’25, and Cam Wallace ’25 on the boys varsity team. Jordyn Palmer was also named Gatorade Player of the Year for the second consecutive year! Congratulations to these talented athletes!
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Athletes in Action
In case you didn't make it to a game this winter season, you can still see our student athletes in action in our photo galleries! Enjoy the Middle School galleries…Read More Read LessIn case you didn’t make it to a game this winter season, you can still see our student athletes in action in our photo galleries! Enjoy the Middle School galleries here and the Upper School galleries here!
Community
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Shoemaker Visiting Lecturer: Tyriek White
Thank you to author Tyriek White, who spoke to our community this week as part of our Shoemaker Visiting Lecturer series! White, a writer, musician, and educator from Brooklyn, NY,…Read More Read LessThank you to author Tyriek White, who spoke to our community this week as part of our Shoemaker Visiting Lecturer series! White, a writer, musician, and educator from Brooklyn, NY, is the author of the novel We Are a Haunting (Astra House, 2023), which won the Center for Fiction First Novel Prize, was a finalist for the Gotham Book Prize, and was longlisted for the Brooklyn Public Library Book Prize. He was named a 2024 National Book Foundation “5 Under 35” Honoree and has received fellowships from Callaloo Writing Workshop, New York State Writer’s Institute, and Key West Literary Seminar, among other honors.
Tyriek visited our American Lit, Creative Writing, and Storytelling classes to discuss his experience, do some writing exercises with students, and joined students for the Black History Month Community Dinner before taking the stage with English teacher Kyle Layne-Allen for an enaging conversation. We are so grateful to him for sharing his time and wisdom with our community!
If you were unable attend the Shoemaker, you can watch a video of the livestream here, and you can enjoy the gallery of photos here.
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Community Calendar
There are several spring events coming up our busy community calendar! In addition to the events listed here, we also invite to check out our athletics schedule and come cheer…Read More Read LessThere are several spring events coming up our busy community calendar! In addition to the events listed here, we also invite to check out our athletics schedule and come cheer on our athletes!
Upper School Musical
The Addams Family
Barton-Test Theater
May 1 – 3, 2025
Thursday and Friday at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday at 4:00 p.m.
Upper and Middle School Dance Performance
Barton-Test Theater
May 15-16, 2025
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.Alums Weekend
Campus
May 16-18, 2025
Register here!Middle School Music Showcase
April 17, 2025
CLA Gallery
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.Upper School Strings and Sings Performance
Barton-Test Theater
May 21, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Senior Art Exhibition
CLA Gallery
May 21, 2025
6:30 – 7:30 p.m.Upper School Jazz and Symphonic Band Concert
Barton-Test Theater
May 21, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Middle School Spring Concert
Barton-Test Theater
May 28, 2025
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.Commencement
Greenwood
June 7, 2025
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Alums
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Forbes BLK 50
Congratulations to alum and Trustee Gary Linnen '96, who was just named to the inaugural ForbesBLK 50 list! Forbes calls this list, "the inaugural list of the most powerful, impactful,…Read More Read LessCongratulations to alum and Trustee Gary Linnen ’96, who was just named to the inaugural ForbesBLK 50 list! Forbes calls this list, “the inaugural list of the most powerful, impactful, and wealthiest Black Americans…combining some of the richest Black Americans with pioneering entrepreneurs, activists, and innovators.” This list includes Dr. Dre, Michael Jordan, Beyonce, and CEOs and leaders from across the United States.
Linnen is the CEO of Peer Forward, a nonprofit organization that develops programs for young people and has successfully placed more than 600,000 students from low-income community on college or career paths.
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Meeting Alums on a College Visit!
Director of College Counseling Jess Smith and her daughter Melissa Freeman ‘26 visited Davidson College and saw (L to R) Logan Jain ‘22, (Melissa, Jess,) Norah Goldbecker ‘23, Noah Fisher…Read More Read LessDirector of College Counseling Jess Smith and her daughter Melissa Freeman ‘26 visited Davidson College and saw (L to R) Logan Jain ‘22, (Melissa, Jess,) Norah Goldbecker ‘23, Noah Fisher ‘23, and Kavi Gandhi ‘21. They enjoyed the opportunity to learn about Davidson from alums and to catch up on life at Westtown!
