SPRING 2024
- Celebrating Leadership | Marking his 10-year anniversary as Norwood's head of school, Matthew Gould sat down with a group of middle school students to answer questions about his experiences over the past decade.
- Developing Leadership | Norwood students are expected to take their leadership responsibilities seriously. Along the way, they are supported by a talented faculty and staff and strong PK-8 curriculum designed to plant the early seeds of leadership.
- In the Outdoor Classroom | Norwood's expansive outdoor spaces have evolved into an integral component of our child-centered learning environment, seamlessly extending the rich educational experiences provided within our classrooms.
- Alumni Profile: Clay Ackerly ’91 & Sam Stadnik '08 | Two alumni (from difference Norwood eras) come together every weekday to provide a high-quality, patient-centered primary care experience at a new medical practice in DC's Spring Valley neighborhood.
Fall 2023
- New Master Facilities Plan Captures the Heart of Norwood | In September 2023, the Board of Trustees endorsed a new long-range Master Facilities Plan (MFP) that aims to expand current facilities and programming while focusing on the “heart” of the School.
- In the Classroom: The Road to Robotics Success | Learn how Norwood sets the foundation for concepts in science, technology, engineering, and math, equipping children with the tools they need to contribute to a brighter, more innovative future.
- Class Day & Commencement 2023 | There’s a new restaurant in town, and it’s taking the dining (and the first-grade reading) scene by storm! The Book Bistro offers an incredible selection of options never before seen on a typical restaurant menu—because this is no typical restaurant.
- Alumni Profile: Narda Quigley ’89 | This Norwood alum has dedicated her career to preparing future business leaders with values-driven mindsets, strong interpersonal and communication skills and characteristics like inclusivity, teamwork, and diplomacy.
Spring 2023
- Teaching the Meaning of Culture | Culture plays a key role in Norwood’s Statement of Community and in the way we think about teaching children.
- In the Classroom: The Spirit of Summit | The outdoor education program, Summit, has grown in popularity since it was first introduced in 1998. Learn about new activity options and all about the “spirit of Summit” that pervades the student experience.
- Welcome to The Book Bistro | There’s a new restaurant in town, and it’s taking the dining (and the first-grade reading) scene by storm! The Book Bistro offers an incredible selection of options never before seen on a typical restaurant menu—because this is no typical restaurant.
- Alumni Profile: Dario Ladani Sanchez '09 | After receiving his MFA in acting from Yale Drama, this Norwood alumnus is spreading his actor’s wings with exciting performances on stage and screen.
Fall 2022
- ReNEWal at Norwood | As we emerge from two and a half years of tremendous disruption and uncertainty, we enter a period of reflection, recovery, and a great sense of renewal.
- In the Classroom: Middle School Music Program | With fresh, new dedicated spaces, the middle school music program is expanding its repertoire, experimenting with different ensemble combinations, and embracing the flexibility to try innovative ideas.
- Class Day and Commencement 2022 | Awards! Speeches! Performances! The unique talents and special qualities of the Class of 2022 came shining through on Class Day and Commencement.
- Alumni Profile: Abigail Betts '92 | Norwood alumna and former staff member is back in The Nest—this time as the School's new director of development and the very proud parent of a Norwood kindergartner.
Spring 2022
- Getting Closer! | In just a few months, Norwood will open the doors to the new Marriott Early Childhood Building, a beautiful, light-filled 21,000-square-foot learning space for grades PK-2.
- Facing Our Fears | A Rose Hair Tarantula named Hairy Dude and a California King Snake named Ray helped Norwood fourth graders face their fears while exploring the value of the month, courage.
- In the Classroom: Norwood's Academic Leadership Team | Read about the mission and goals of the Academic Leadership Team and meet Norwood's new director of curriculum and instruction.
- Alumni Profile: Katharine Uhre Gregorio '90 | When Katie Gregorio took a closer look at her great-aunt's career as a foreign correspondent in Europe during the height of the Cold War, she discovered an incredible story and the perfect topic for her first book.
Fall 2021
- A Groundbreaking Moment in Norwood History | On May 13, 2021, special guests gathered in the Steuart Courtyard to celebrate the start of construction on the Marriott Early Childhood Building.
- Moving Social-Emotional Learning to the Front of the Class | During the past 20 months, children have faced a host of complex challenges, all of which have had an impact on emotional well-being.
- Class Day & Commencement 2021 | We may have been physically distanced for this year’s graduation events, but we were close together in our love and pride for the Class of 2021.
- Alumni Profile: Jared Genser '84 | International human rights lawyer Jared Genser has worked with prominent human right activists and political prisoners all over the world, including Desmond Tutu and Elie Weisel.
FROM THE ARCHIVES
Located in Bethesda, MD, Norwood School develops students in grades PK-8 into confident lifelong learners who have the academic, character, and leadership skills to succeed in high school and beyond. Recognizing that children are multi-faceted, Norwood provides many opportunities for safe risk-taking, exploration, discovery, and growth in a nurturing, supportive, and inclusive school community.
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