Calhoun Stories

Calhoun's Varsity Baseball team worked hard to develop a culture of teamwork, resilience and success. It paid off this season! 

For its spring musical production, Calhoun’s Upper School Theater brought to life the world of the famously macabre Addams Family in an original story by Marshall Brickman and Rick Elice.

As part of a year-long identity study, kindergartners drew a series of self-portraits that challenged them to "deepen their observation and rendering skills by focusing on a specific facial feature."

Lauren H. '22 took Calhoun's Women in Science course and learned about "brilliant women scientists who often go unrecognized for their contributions." The class helped to fuel her passion for science, history and literature. Here she reflects on the impact the course has had on her education.

The Upper School elective The Art of Tea is an interdisciplinary course that explores history, geography, biology, and the visual and culinary arts –– all through the lens of an everyday ritual. Students took a deep dive into the rich culture and history of one of the world’s most popular beverages, and came away with some profound lessons along the way.

Ben Baron, Director of Winds and Brass, developed Calhoun's Composition Initiative to "address race and gender-related inequities in student music." He commissioned three composers of diverse backgrounds to put together pieces for Calhoun's musicians.

In honor of Black History/Futures Month, first graders in Tina and Latoya's class selected three African American women who had a big impact on American culture: Katherine Johnson, Nina Simone and Mae Jemison. Students made connections between their stories, and were able to identify similar challenges they faced.