DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 03.31.26

Posted on March 31, 2026 by The Dean Team

Skyler Thurman gave up her spare time to participate in one or more Learning Support candidate presentations.

Danilo Zelaya opened the door (and held it open) for other students to safely and efficiently enter the Gossage building after yesterday’s fire drill.

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The Cannon Poetry Club will be meeting in G200 (Mrs. Taylor’s room) TODAY, March 31st during Office Hours.

You can find us on Club Hub too!!

 

Last week, the Cannon HOSA-Future Health Professionals Chapter traveled to Greensboro, NC to represent our school at the 2026 HOSA State Leadership Conference. 15 Cannon School students competed in HOSA competitive events. The conference encourages members to change the game with innovations in education and in the health industry through competitive events, educational workshops/symposiums, and exciting sessions to provide opportunities to all HOSA members!
Please congratulate:
Rumaisa Syed ’29 for earning 1st Place in the Family Medicine Physician competitive event and advancing to the International Leadership Conference this summer.
Cannon School’s HOSA team in attendance included: Rani Century ’29, Neeva Gangopadhyay ’27, Orietta Grady ’29,  Diya Induru ’28, Tayo Jegede ’28, Aanya Joshi ’29, Janani Karthik ’28, Malcolm Musinguzi ’27, Nikhil Patel ’28, Aria Shinde ’29, Libby Swaney ’27, Rumaisa Syed ’29, Richelle Syer ’27, Nodumo Tunyiswa-Ward ’28, Liam Waite ’28

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If you have any questions, please reach out to the CALA Director, Coach Brittany Pasut. bpasut@cannonschool.org

TODAY IS THE DEADLINE!!!

 

 

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 03.30.26

Posted on March 30, 2026 by The Dean Team

Lauren Benz, Elizabeth Booker, Molly Cherry, Will Davis, Grant Delaney, Avery Fawcett, Sammy Fowler, Christian Marburger, Chimmy Ndubueze, Ben O’ Hara, Max Pegram, Parker Powell, Marcus Sales, Gillian Ferris, Asher Sipp, Skyler Thurman, Kate Whittington, Spencer Williamson, and Danilo Zelaya all gave up their spare time to participate in one or more Learning Support candidate presentations.

Thank you, Augie Wolding for showing KINDNESS by helping out a fellow student when their laptop wouldn’t work.

Great job, Drew Westgarth- Taylor for taking a student their laptop when it got left behind. Way to show TEAMWORK!

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Conger Chalfant, Parker Powell

 

The Cannon Poetry Club will be meeting in G200 (Mrs. Taylor’s room) TOMORROW, Tuesday, March 31st during Office Hours.

You can find us on Club Hub too!!

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What is the Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy?

The Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy will unify our student-athletes around a shared vision of leadership, providing our student-athletes with the growth opportunity to become leaders inside their respective locker rooms. Leadership is the foundation of a strong culture, and this Academy will provide consistent, actionable development that helps athletes grow both on and off their respective playing surfaces. By setting out a clear program with curriculum and expectations, we build consistency and meet the strong desire our athletes have to lead. This program not only strengthens Cannon Athletics but also equips our student-athletes with lifelong skills that prepares them for success beyond their time at Cannon.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the CALA Director, Coach Brittany Pasut. bpasut@cannonschool.org

 

 

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 03.27.26

Posted on March 27, 2026 by The Dean Team

Congratulations to our new STUCO Executive team for 26-27:

President:  Ben O’Hara
VP: Gabe Sacks
Treasurer: Charlie Zaccarelli
Secretary: Fin Pralong
PR: Grace Ryan

Noelle Rizzo demonstrated KINDNESS when helped a substitute teacher (who was on crutches!) carry a big bag into the building. Thanks, Noelle!

Keenya Western, Ej Martinez, EC Morrow, Charlie Zacarelli, Julia Wever, and Kaylee Dobbins all demonstrated PASSION for their school and community when they volunteered their time over 3 different days to meet with US Dean candidates during the interview process. Thanks, we appreciate your help and input!

Cayden Fox demonstrated KINDNESS when he offered to provide feedback for a student on a project.

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Alayna Poole

The study carrel area is reserved for AAPPL testing TODAY- Friday, March 27th during C Block (11:40 am to 12:50 pm). During this time, students may use the annex for silent study ONLY.

 

The Cannon Poetry Club will be meeting in G200 (Mrs. Taylor’s room) on Tuesday, March 31st during Office Hours.

 

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What is the Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy?

The Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy will unify our student-athletes around a shared vision of leadership, providing our student-athletes with the growth opportunity to become leaders inside their respective locker rooms. Leadership is the foundation of a strong culture, and this Academy will provide consistent, actionable development that helps athletes grow both on and off their respective playing surfaces. By setting out a clear program with curriculum and expectations, we build consistency and meet the strong desire our athletes have to lead. This program not only strengthens Cannon Athletics but also equips our student-athletes with lifelong skills that prepares them for success beyond their time at Cannon.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the CALA Director, Coach Brittany Pasut. bpasut@cannonschool.org

 

All fundraisers (monetary or items collected) require pre-approval. Bake sales DO NOT need approval. Fill out this form to start the approval process.  See Mrs. Weakland with any questions!

         

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 03.26.26

Posted on March 26, 2026 by The Dean Team

Congratulations to our new STUCO Executive team for 26-27:

President:  Ben O’Hara
VP: Gabe Sacks
Treasurer: Charlie Zaccarelli
Secretary: Fin Pralong
PR: Grace Ryan

Carson McDew showed Teamwork when teaching a student who missed class how to use lab equipment. Thank you for helping!

What time is it? It’s time to party…for Seth Carnes-Ramsey! He helped a friend by walking allll the way to CPAC in the cold when another friend refused.

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Shawn Kennedy

Come to The MiLL during Office Hours to work on Open Lab projects

  • Have a project in mind? Great! Come work on it!

  • Have no idea where to start? Great! Come get inspired!

  • Not sure how to use the tools? Great! Come learn!

Open Lab Training Session TODAY: Vinyl Cutting: Stickers & Custom Shirts

No CDE Experience needed – All are welcome!

Training Session spots are limited, so please use this form to sign up

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What is the Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy?

The Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy will unify our student-athletes around a shared vision of leadership, providing our student-athletes with the growth opportunity to become leaders inside their respective locker rooms. Leadership is the foundation of a strong culture, and this Academy will provide consistent, actionable development that helps athletes grow both on and off their respective playing surfaces. By setting out a clear program with curriculum and expectations, we build consistency and meet the strong desire our athletes have to lead. This program not only strengthens Cannon Athletics but also equips our student-athletes with lifelong skills that prepares them for success beyond their time at Cannon.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the CALA Director, Coach Brittany Pasut. bpasut@cannonschool.org

Leaders Unite! 

Our Keynote speaker TODAY will be our own Head of Upper School, chess master, published author, and father of seven, Dr. Fabio Hurtado.  He’ll be discussing the value of REFLECTION for a leader.
EVERYONE is welcome!

All fundraisers (monetary or items collected) require pre-approval. Bake sales DO NOT need approval. Fill out this form to start the approval process.  See Mrs. Weakland with any questions!

         

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 03.25.26

Posted on March 25, 2026 by The Dean Team

The following students all demonstrated PASSION for strings when they volunteered with 4th grade students on March 11: Zach Dollar, Jerica Newby, Jackson Laws, Nina Morgan, Sarthak Dahal, Claire Northrup, and Jacob Hartsell. Thanks so much!

Emmi Coppa and Kaylin Kenseth demonstrated KINDNESS when they expedited a MiLL material disposal process.

Christian Marburger carried up several boxes from a teacher’s car and neatly arranged them in cabinets.

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Hina Nakamura, Sally Woolwine

Come to The MiLL during Office Hours to work on Open Lab projects

  • Have a project in mind? Great! Come work on it!

  • Have no idea where to start? Great! Come get inspired!

  • Not sure how to use the tools? Great! Come learn!

Open Lab Training Session March 24 & 26: Vinyl Cutting: Stickers & Custom Shirts

No CDE Experience needed – All are welcome!

Training Session spots are limited, so please use this form to sign up

PURCHASE YOUR PROM TICKETS  here

CLICK HERE TO APPLY!

What is the Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy?

The Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy will unify our student-athletes around a shared vision of leadership, providing our student-athletes with the growth opportunity to become leaders inside their respective locker rooms. Leadership is the foundation of a strong culture, and this Academy will provide consistent, actionable development that helps athletes grow both on and off their respective playing surfaces. By setting out a clear program with curriculum and expectations, we build consistency and meet the strong desire our athletes have to lead. This program not only strengthens Cannon Athletics but also equips our student-athletes with lifelong skills that prepares them for success beyond their time at Cannon.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the CALA Director, Coach Brittany Pasut. bpasut@cannonschool.org

 

Leaders Unite! 

Our Keynote speaker on TOMORROW will be our own Head of Upper School, chess master, published author, and father of seven, Dr. Fabio Hurtado.  He’ll be discussing the value of REFLECTION for a leader.
EVERYONE is welcome!

All fundraisers (monetary or items collected) require pre-approval. Bake sales DO NOT need approval. Fill out this form to start the approval process.  See Mrs. Weakland with any questions!

         

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 03.24.26

Posted on March 24, 2026 by The Dean Team

Channing Barge showed PASSION for geography and history by filling out most of a blank map of Africa entirely from memory!

Christian Marburger and Hayes Ward showed KINDNESS and TEAMWORK by restocking tissues for all the teachers on the third floor.

Jolie Matthews showed KINDNESS when she noticed a faculty member having trouble carrying a heavy load and stopped to help. Thank you Jolie!

Gigi Moore shows RESPECT every day by always going out of her way to greet the teacher and thank them after class. It may seem small, but her daily consistent respectful and kind attention is very appreciated.

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Clara Dornburg

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What is the Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy?

The Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy will unify our student-athletes around a shared vision of leadership, providing our student-athletes with the growth opportunity to become leaders inside their respective locker rooms. Leadership is the foundation of a strong culture, and this Academy will provide consistent, actionable development that helps athletes grow both on and off their respective playing surfaces. By setting out a clear program with curriculum and expectations, we build consistency and meet the strong desire our athletes have to lead. This program not only strengthens Cannon Athletics but also equips our student-athletes with lifelong skills that prepares them for success beyond their time at Cannon.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the CALA Director, Coach Brittany Pasut. bpasut@cannonschool.org

Leaders Unite! 

Our Keynote speaker on Thursday 3/26 will be our own Head of Upper School, chess master, published author, and father of seven, Dr. Fabio Hurtado.  He’ll be discussing the value of REFLECTION for a leader.
EVERYONE is welcome!

All fundraisers (monetary or items collected) require pre-approval. Bake sales DO NOT need approval. Fill out this form to start the approval process.  See Mrs. Weakland with any questions!

         

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 03.23.26

Posted on March 23, 2026 by The Dean Team

EC Morrow, Layla Wagner, and Mae Blair were KIND and welcoming when they did an impromptu cross-divisional private softball training session.

Madison Drayton demonstrated KINDNESS by helping M return a cart to the Middle School. Way to go, Madison!

Kaylee Subasic demonstrated TEAMWORK by helping M hang up Italy posters throughout the Upper School. Thank you, Kaylee!

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Lauren Schattner

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Applications for The 2026-2027 Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy (CALA) are now OPEN! 

CLICK HERE TO APPLY!

What is the Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy?

The Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy will unify our student-athletes around a shared vision of leadership, providing our student-athletes with the growth opportunity to become leaders inside their respective locker rooms. Leadership is the foundation of a strong culture, and this Academy will provide consistent, actionable development that helps athletes grow both on and off their respective playing surfaces. By setting out a clear program with curriculum and expectations, we build consistency and meet the strong desire our athletes have to lead. This program not only strengthens Cannon Athletics but also equips our student-athletes with lifelong skills that prepares them for success beyond their time at Cannon.

What’s the timeline for the ‘26-’27 application process?

  • Application Opens: March 23
  • Application Closes: April 2
  • Decisions Announced: April 21

This will be open to rising 9th – 12th graders. Those selected will form the first full‑year program roster for 2026–27. Upon completion, each participant will receive a certificate of achievement recognizing their commitment and growth as leaders.

What are the commitment expectations for participants?

Commitment is the cornerstone of the Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy. Selected student‑athletes will meet 1–2 times per month during lunch and are expected to show up fully—ready to learn, engage, and lead with purpose. Participation is not optional; it’s essential. The program thrives on trust, consistency, and accountability—values that reflect true leadership both in athletics and in life.

If you have any questions, please reach out to the CALA Director, Coach Brittany Pasut. bpasut@cannonschool.org

Leaders Unite! 

Our Keynote speaker on Thursday 3/26 will be our own Head of Upper School, chess master, published author, and father of seven, Dr. Fabio Hurtado.  He’ll be discussing the value of REFLECTION for a leader.  EVERYONE is welcome!

All fundraisers (monetary or items collected) require pre-approval. Bake sales DO NOT need approval. Fill out this form to start the approval process.  See Mrs. Weakland with any questions!

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 03.13.26

Posted on March 13, 2026 by The Dean Team

Trent Loggins demonstrated INTEGRITY with his coursework in US History and helped a classmate with their understanding of materials. Well done Trent!

Keenya Western demonstrated great KINDNESS when she checked in with a teacher she had heard was having a tough time. Thanks for being awesome, Keenya!

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 03.12.26

Posted on March 12, 2026 by The Dean Team

Cayden Fox earned a Core Value for RESPECT for changing Mrs. Taylor’s clock. Great job, Cayden!

The entire Mush Advisory was outstanding during our Student Life rotations yesterday. They were on-time, stayed engaged the entire time, and asked great questions. Thank you for showing so much RESPECT.

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Carson McDew

HAPPENING TODAY!!!

 

What is the Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy?

Interest Meeting: March 12
Application Opens: March 23
Application Closes: April 2
Decisions Announced: April 21
This will be open to rising 9th – 12th graders (current 8th – 11th graders). Those selected will form the first full‑year program for 2026–27. Upon completion every year, each participant will receive a certificate of achievement recognizing their commitment and growth as leaders.
If you have questions, please reach out to Coach Brittany Pasut – bpasut@cannonschool.org

No CDE Experience needed – All are welcome!

All fundraisers (monetary or items collected) require pre-approval. Bake sales DO NOT need approval. Fill out this form to start the approval process.  See Mrs. Weakland with any questions!

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 03.11.26

Posted on March 11, 2026 by The Dean Team

Oscar Hernandez earned a Core Value for RESPECT when he removed the multitude of trays that had gathered throughout the English hallway. Thank you for picking up after your peers!

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Reagan Pinkerton, Neil Gingles, Mrs. Velandia

What is the Cannon Athletics Leadership Academy?

Interest Meeting: March 12
Application Opens: March 23
Application Closes: April 2
Decisions Announced: April 21
This will be open to rising 9th – 12th graders (current 8th – 11th graders). Those selected will form the first full‑year program for 2026–27. Upon completion every year, each participant will receive a certificate of achievement recognizing their commitment and growth as leaders.
If you have questions, please reach out to Coach Brittany Pasut – bpasut@cannonschool.org

No CDE Experience needed – All are welcome!

All fundraisers (monetary or items collected) require pre-approval. Bake sales DO NOT need approval. Fill out this form to start the approval process.  See Mrs. Weakland with any questions!

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