As a school whose mission is to develop outstanding women who are intellectually curious, courageous and compassionate, it is paramount that we reflect on the programs and experiences we offer to ensure that they contribute to the traits we wish to foster in our girls and young women.
After several conversations with current parents and alumnae over the last few days, I feel the need to challenge what I keep hearing: that there is tremendous pressure on students these days and that they must have a clear direction and solid answers as to where they are going whether it be in post-secondary,
On Saturday I was pleased to see an article by Leah Eichler in The Globe and Mail supporting the notion that young people be made aware of the realities of the working world.
St. Clement’s School is in our third year of a strategic plan with a number of priorities on the horizon. Coupled with goals focused on a balanced and inspiring program and local and global partnerships,
It has been reassuring to see the reported increase in sales of poppies to mark Remembrance Day- a symbol of thanks to those who have fought and lost their lives on behalf of our country and citizens.
When I sit down to put my thoughts together for my blog, I always feel optimistic about our girls’ futures. Having said that, as I write this blog post, I look back on this week as being one of deep reflection about the importance of girls’ and women’s voices both within our walls and after they leave.
This weekend Dr. Foster and I have been attending the 2014 CAIS Annual Heads and Chairs Conference, where Heads, Chairs and Senior Leaders gathered to attend sessions based on the theme of ‘Strength of Choice.’
Over the last few days I have been attending a course entitled The Future of Independent Schools at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Participants were afforded exposure to excellent faculty and discussion on topics such as assessment,
As with many organizations and businesses, it is important these days for St. Clement’s to be nimble. The ability to adjust, adapt and grow is a key trait for success in our dynamic and complex world.
On Friday, I was visiting Emma Willard, a girls’ boarding and day school in Troy, New York. The school is led by Trudy Hall, a remarkable Head of School and President of the National Coalition of Girls’