DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 08.26.26

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Dakotah Smith and Everett Wells showed TEAMWORK and RESPECT dcwhen they took time out of their independent study to clean up the senior lounge after peers left it dirty after lunch. Way to go Everett and Dakotah!

Emma Westgarth-Taylor and Everett Wells demonstrated TEAMWORK and RESPECT when they asked someone at the front office for help finding a broom so they could clean up some turf nuggets in the hallway. Way to work together to keep our Upper School building looking its best!

Avi Pandey and Max Pegram demonstrated KINDNESS by helping Dean Zelaya bring items back to her office after senior sunrise. Way to go, Avi and Max!

Lauren Shattner demonstrated INTEGRITY by proactively informing her AP Physics teacher of a grading error on her test — even when it was not in her favor. Well done, Lauren!

Nikhil Patel showed true integrity by going out of his way to let his AP Physics teacher know that a test question had been marked correct when it shouldn’t have been. It takes real character to do the right thing, especially when it’s not to your advantage. Great job, Nikhil!!

Eli Cannon and Landon Wells both demonstrated KINDNESS by helping the tech team lift and carry a large and heavy workbench into the tech office. THANKS!!!

Anish Vankineni, Teddy Peterson, and Keenya Western demonstrated COMMUNICATION effectively by bravely volunteering to speak in front of the class and represent their colonial regional by articulating why their region was different from the other two colonial regions in 17th century Colonial America. Folks, you should all be proud of your courage and communication!

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 08.25.26

Andrew Garrison demonstrated KINDNESS when he offered to help move benches around on the track for a school-related function.

Thank you, Braylen Weaks and Jackson Lineberry, for getting the boxes of new science equipment from the lower school building and bringing them to our classroom! We appreciate your TEAMWORK! 

Will Petrosky demonstrated KINDNESS when he offered to help his peers in Advisory with their math homework.

Winter Ridge demonstrated RESPECT when she came to see a teacher in person to inform her that she’d be absent later in the week. Thank you, Winter!

Sally Woolwine, Grace Ter Poorten, Ben O’Hara, Mia Valencia, Brooke Busby, Finn Pralong, Samuel Simon, and River Ridge all demonstrated PASSION for Cannon School when they volunteered to be on campus for the A Flourishing Future ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday. We appreciate all of you!!

Rumaisa Syed has shown true SCHOLARSHIP in her performance with Of Mice and Men. Not only were her annotations unbelievably thorough and creative, but her 6-word memoir took a step further and showed true understanding of other deeper aspects of the novel! Bravo, Rumaisa!

Shoutout to Brooke Busby, who used her knowledge and her COMMUNICATION skills in AT Microeconomics to ask a thoughtful question and recognized an error in our thinking, which allowed us to stop and learn from the mistake together. Thank you for being willing to think critically and ask questions!!!

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 08.24.26

Kenedi Dixon, Rylee Miller, Madison Murphy

Dakotah Smith demonstrated PASSION for learning (AND made history!) by being the first upper school student to check out books from the newly renovated library!!! Woo hoo!!! 

Thank you, Hudson Higbea, Genevieve Manni, and Thomas Smith, for your KINDNESS in hanging light covers in the classroom, solving the conundrum of how to soften the fluorescents.

Samuel Simon, Seamus Ehrenkranz, Parker Lineberry, Henry Kelly, and Ethan Burdett gave up part of their lunch to help a teacher move desks and chairs for a new arrangement in class. Thanks for your TEAMWORK!!

Kyler Redhing showed TEAMWORK by teaching a peer the ins and outs of printing.

Sam Schwartz demonstrated COURAGE by volunteering to take on a cultural advisory responsibility well before his advisor planned to introduce it!

Cayden Zukowski helped a teacher retrieve lab equipment from a tall shelf. Thanks for the stretch, and thanks for your KINDNESS!

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 08.21.26

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Seth Carnes- Ramsey, Ethan Safrit, Charlie Ankrom, Audrey Faile, and Caylyn Larkins all showed teamwork when they helped Mrs. Hylton trouble shoot/pilot a new online textbook and learning platform during their free time this week. Thank you, friends!

Isaac Taylor saw trash outside and picked it up, making our community 1 step cleaner! Woohoo, go, Isaac!

Luke Hines, Gabriel Zywicki , Mason Lineberger, Noah DeSoto, and Jackson Lineberry helped Mrs. Hylton and Mr. Fainter move furniture to make more room on the 3rd floor. Thanks for your TEAMWORK!!!

Avi Pandey demonstrated RESPECT when he sent a thoughtful email to his teacher at night, followed up by a respectful conversation the next morning asking for a letter of recommendation. Way to go, Avi!

Nodumo Tunyiswa- Ward took time out of her morning to help a ninth-grade student and two teachers figure out how student printing works. Thanks for the teamwork.

Issy Stephens demonstrated KINDNESS by helping a student in French study for her quiz during OH with flashcards, even though she’s in Spanish!

DJ Rogers showed KINDNESS by providing delicious and nutritious snacks for his Advisory!

Ever wanted to sit in the press box at a varsity football game and report on the action? Here’s your chance! Starting at tonight’s home opener, one student will get to sit right alongside our game announcer, Mr. Hoffman, as an official spotter. If you know football and want this exclusive, front-row role, talk to Mr. Scurlock or contact the Athletic Department today. Kickoff is tonight at 7:00 PM. Don’t miss out!

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 08.20.26

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Mr. Raghunathan demonstrated KINDNESS by watering all the plants in the Ramchandani Courtyard yesterday! 

Jessie Wrenholt demonstrated RESPECT by advocating for an important teacher topic in front of her peers at lunchtime.

Richelle Syer demonstrated KINDNESS by helping a teammate who was in distress. Your support means a lot, Richelle!

Aurora Tran caught a baseball in the stands at the Cannon Ballers game our community attended, and rather than keep it, she gave it to a young child with a glove that was desperately trying to catch a ball that night. That was very KIND of you!! 

Carson Brown and Liam Sullivan demonstrated the AE Essential SCHOLARSHIP when they delivered a high-quality presentation in AT US History that had important connections to course themes, relevant images to enhance content understanding, and great analysis of specific pieces of evidence. Great job, Carson and Liam!

 

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Students interested in participating in Model UN during the 2026–2027 school year are invited to a brief informational meeting. We’ll introduce the Model UN program, review the conference schedule for the year, and explain what you can expect during the upcoming season.

Date: Thursday, August 20
Time: 1:00–1:30 p.m.
Location: Library Annex

You do not need prior debate experience, extensive knowledge of international relations, or experience speaking in front of a group. Model UN is a chance to build confidence, develop communication and leadership skills, explore global issues, and learn how diplomacy works—all while representing a country at conferences.
Please see Mr. Kmidowski if you have any questions.

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 08.19.26

Guess what day it is... #lol #humpday #wednesday #happyhumpday #funny #joke  #nyc

Sarah Dinges demonstrated KINDNESS when she helped a friend who was out of town print and make sure to turn in an essay for English so that her grade wasn’t docked.

Aurora Tran and Amelia Gamble demonstrated KINDNESS by helping Mrs. Weakland move an extra table into her classroom.

Trent Loggins demonstrated KINDNESS when he let another student use his laptop because theirs was dead.

Grace Ter Poorten demonstrated KINDNESS when she filled in a classmate’s notes while they were gone to the restroom.

Henry Garrison showed KINDNESS by demonstrating his impressive vertical leap and removing a dart from the Harkness room.

Alyssa Carrouthers showed INTEGRITY by resetting a space that her peers left a mess.

Joel Hedgepeth demonstrated TEAMWORK in Civics class when he helped M pick up game dice that were spread out all over the floor after the chip simulation. Way to go Joel!

 

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Students interested in participating in Model UN during the 2026–2027 school year are invited to a brief informational meeting. We’ll introduce the Model UN program, review the conference schedule for the year, and explain what you can expect during the upcoming season.

Date: Thursday, August 20
Time: 1:00–1:30 p.m.
Location: Library Annex

You do not need prior debate experience, extensive knowledge of international relations, or experience speaking in front of a group. Model UN is a chance to build confidence, develop communication and leadership skills, explore global issues, and learn how diplomacy works—all while representing a country at conferences.
Please see Mr. Kmidowski if you have any questions.

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 08.18.26

Ethan Safrit helped Mr. Frye hold the door for students as they entered the Gossage Building from the community meeting.

Anneli Bernstein

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Office Hours today: grades 9-12.
Please see the map below to know where you should go during this time. Only Seniors are allowed to be in halls, the Commons, or the Senior Lounge. Please ask your Advisor or your Dean if you have any questions about where to go or what to do. 

OFFICE HOURS MAP:

Students interested in participating in Model UN during the 2026–2027 school year are invited to a brief informational meeting. We’ll introduce the Model UN program, review the conference schedule for the year, and explain what you can expect during the upcoming season.

Date: Thursday, August 20
Time: 1:00–1:30 p.m.
Location: Library Annex

You do not need prior debate experience, extensive knowledge of international relations, or experience speaking in front of a group. Model UN is a chance to build confidence, develop communication and leadership skills, explore global issues, and learn how diplomacy works—all while representing a country at conferences.
Please see Mr. Kmidowski if you have any questions.

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 08.17.26

 

Kenzie Turner demonstrated TEAMWORK in Yearbook class when she helped get her peers connected to the printers. We appreciate you, Kenzie!!

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**SENIORS: Report to CPAC today for CorE time with College Counseling**

Office Hours today: grades 9-11.
Please see the map below to know where you should go during this time. Only Seniors are allowed to be in halls, the Commons, or the Senior Lounge. Please ask your Advisor or your Dean if you have any questions about where to go or what to do. 

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Students interested in participating in Model UN during the 2026–2027 school year are invited to a brief informational meeting. We’ll introduce the Model UN program, review the conference schedule for the year, and explain what you can expect during the upcoming season.

Date: Thursday, August 20
Time: 1:00–1:30 p.m.
Location: Library Annex

You do not need prior debate experience, extensive knowledge of international relations, or experience speaking in front of a group. Model UN is a chance to build confidence, develop communication and leadership skills, explore global issues, and learn how diplomacy works—all while representing a country at conferences.
Please see Mr. Kmidowski if you have any questions.

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 08.14.26

Guess what today is? It's the 1st Friday of the New Year...let's make this year great! Happy Friday!

Isabella Landers showed TEAMWORK when she helped her whole table in the technology section go through the list of to dos and get everything done. She was huge help to her whole table! Thanks Isabella!

James Beasley and Karson Caldwell showed RESPECT when they were touring the building with their house leaders. They were very engaged in the tour and learning and listening to their leaders. Way to go James and Karson!

In a true display of stewardship for our new building, Camauri Davis showed RESPECT when she recognized the mess left by others in The Commons after lunch on the first day of school.

When a peer could not scan the parking pass request QR code due to a broken phone camera, Jadon Grouse said, “I got you bro”, scanned the QR code, and emailed his friend the link right away. Thank you for demonstrating TEAMWORK.

Mason Johnson demonstrated respect when he KINDly and RESPECTfully told his teacher she had put the incorrect due date on the board. Way to go, Mason!

Dean Booker & Max Pegram

COMMUNITY MEETING TODAY @ 11:30 in CPAC!

CPAC Seating Chart:

Reminders:

  • Leave your backpacks either in the US bldg. or in Campbell Gallery.
  • No eating or drinking in CPAC
  • Phones away.
  • RESPECT the speakers or presenters by demonstrating good listening (eyes to the front, body language)

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DEANS DAILY DOWNLOAD 08.13.26

 

Matthew Irvin and Caleb Stallings demonstrated KINDNESS, RESPECT and TEAMWORK when they volunteered to bring over boxes of books from the LS for a teacher. Thank you, fellas!

Riley Glenn showed KINDNESS when she brought her Advisor a beginning of the year welcome gift. WTG, Riley!!!

Issy Stephens and Isaac Taylor demonstrated KINDNESS by coming in during the last precious days of summer to help Madame Nguyen design and decorate her classroom bulletin board. Merci!

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