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Hyde School

At Hyde School, everyone gets to do everything pioneering character education we value effort over achievement attitude is everything since 1966.

Our Stories & Outcomes

leadership

Leadership

Hyde School prepared me to handle the triumphs and challenges of life. Working with our amazing students and their parents each day inspires me to keep reaching for my best.

Laura Gauld ' 76 P'08, '10, Head of School

Leadership

My Hyde experience as a teenager taught me key life lessons that I still use today and now have the opportunity to pass on to our students. I love the spirit, enthusiasm and humor that our students and faculty bring each and every day. For over 25 years, my family has called Hyde home and now some of my greatest teachers have become our students.

Bob Felt '90 P '19, '22, Chief Engagement Officer

Leadership

I love working at Hyde because of the community spirit in students, teachers, and families. When everyone is on the same page, magic happens!

Rich Truluck '89 P '18, '20, Associate Head of School

faculty & staff

Faculty and Staff

I joined the Hyde community as a parent in 2018 and joined the faculty in 2021, where I serve as Director of Family Education. I have a passion to help others recognize their worth and love being part of a caring community that strives to support and challenge each other to continue evolving into the best version of ourselves.

Katherine Mondanaro P '19, '22— Director of Family Education

Faculty and Staff

I am in a unique position at Hyde where I interact with virtually every parent and student here, which is the absolute best part of my job. I am here to help and love to do what I can to make educational experiences at Hyde personal and unique, just like our students!

Crystal Peltzer — Director of Studies

Faculty and Staff

The reason I work at Hyde is for the opportunity to change lives. To be the teacher and coach that I needed growing up.

Justin Siekierski — English Department

Faculty and Staff

Hyde is such a unique, special place and it is an honor to provide meals to the community. My goal is to ensure that every person entering the dining hall can enjoy a tasty, nutritious meal in a fun and relaxing atmosphere.

Mo Kenney— Director of Food Services

Students

Students

My time at Hyde School has been very special. I've learned better ways to communicate, and have grown in my leadership. I have met people from all different parts of the world and made friends for life.

Aree King '23

Students

At Hyde School I was able to connect with my peers in a positive way. I learned how to interact in a meaningful and genuine way as a part of the school community.

Steven Heil '23

Students

Hyde School has untapped potential I didn't see in myself. I'm becoming who I want to be!

Henry Pennell '24

Parents

Parents

Over the past 4 years, we have seen a tremendous change in ourselves, and our son, and that has helped us collectively form a new and improved relationship as a family. 

 Doug & Sharon Goldhirsch, Rafael '23

Parents

Jamie Delaney

Somehow or another, that team of faculty and peers helped my son get a glimpse of what success looked like.

- Jamie Delaney

Parents

The bonds and friendships and core principles (Courage, Integrity, Leadership, Curiosity, and Concern) learned at Hyde last a lifetime. I feel so strongly about what I learned at Hyde School as a student I decided to send my son. The growth I have seen in him this past year is amazing.

Susie Galligos '91, Matt '24

Parents

It's been 11 years since my son (and I) graduated and we still reflect on its impact on our lives. My family embraced the words & principles in our friendships, our work lives, and most of all, in how we treat each other. We have strong adult relationships, built on truth, high standards, being each others keeper, and lots of laughs at our expense.

Linda McGuire P'11

alumni

Alumni

During my formative years, I learned how to tolerate difficulty, how to accept responsibility, and how to serve. But most importantly, I learned that there is nothing greater or more worth seeking in life than the beauty and simplicity of a clear conscience.

Dr. Shannon Curry, PsyD, MSCP, Hyde School '98, Pepperdine University. Owner of Curry Psychology Group. 

Alumni

One of the biggest attributes that my Hyde experience instilled in me was grit.  Perseverance, if guided by honesty, integrity and a positive attitude makes the obstacles in my life seem less daunting and my goals very attainable, thank you!!

Mike V. Dawes '92, Saint Lawrence University, University of Denver MBA. Fishing Entrepreneur.

Alumni

I will alway cherish my 3 years at Hyde as a period of profound growth. Amazing things happen when you're part of a community deeply committed to unique potential!

Stacey Babb '96, Carnegie Mellon University BFA, Emerson College MA. Executive Producer and Co-founder, The Opening Doors Project

news views & events

News

An age old tradition continues with the start of auditions

Winter means that it is time to launch the Hyde School tradition of auditions! We have always been a school that challenges our students to reach for their best, both in and out of their comfort zones: athletics, academics, and the arts alike. A Hyde audition asks that you stand up in front of the entire school and sing a song of your choosing with no accompaniment - for a whole minute. Talk about getting just about everyone out of their comfort zones!  And, in the spirit of the fact that at Hyde everyone gets to do everything, even the faculty do auditions. 

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As our second school break swiftly approaches, it's hard to believe how quickly time flies between Thanksgiving break and winter break! I wanted to outline our break procedures for your convenience to ensure a smooth departure and return process. Please take a moment to review the information provided below, especially noting the departure days designated for specific sports teams.

For all breaks, we arrange for a charter bus to facilitate the transportation of students to and from their travel destinations, which include Portland International Jetport, Portland ME; Logan International Airport, Boston, MA; and South Station, Boston, MA. The detailed bus schedule, encompassing departure times from the school and estimated arrival times for students, is provided below. To reserve a spot on the charter bus, kindly complete the form and make the necessary payment at this link: https://www.hyde.edu/student-life/transportationReservations for Winter Break will close on Wednesday, December 13th, 2023.

Hello from Annual Fund Co-chairs  Candacie Bruce, Bill and Renée Hughes

Like us, we hope you are holding onto the great energy felt throughout Fall Family Weekend on campus, or if you connected with your child remotely. We enjoyed seeing many of you, welcoming new parents, and a warm hello if our paths didn't cross! 

Enormous thanks to those who have already made a gift, and pledged to our Annual Fund Parent Team. Your early commitment and generosity are greatly appreciated! As with the Hyde staff, our goal is 100% family participation and every gift matters. Pledges are needed by December 31 and gifts are welcome through the end of June.  

 If you have questions, please reach out to us at AnnualFundParentTeam@Hyde.edu.

Thank you for helping to create the best Hyde experience for our students!

Candacie, Bill and Renée

Welcome Rebecca Cannon, LCSW, CAS, Director of Health and Wellness

Hyde School is proud to announce the addition of Rebecca Cannon, LCSW, CAS to our health and wellness team. Prior to accepting the Director of Hyde’s Health and Wellness Center position, Rebecca served as a Behavioral Health Clinician with MaineHealth working with students of all ages at a number of Maine public schools. Rebecca brings over twenty years of experience to Hyde and we are so excited to welcome her to our school community.

“I am inspired by the Hyde community and our mission to help people be their best selves. We all have mental health challenges and when we work together, we are better. I am very excited to join the team!” - Rebecca Cannon

First College Applications Sent

This week, the College Office was buzzing with activity as the first round of the Class of 2024 submitted their college applications!  Hyde students are students interested in a myriad of majors from computer science to economics to psychology and more.  While there is always a little nervousness, the vibe in the College Office is upbeat and hopeful.  As Zach '24 said, "Submitting my college application felt like a weight off my shoulders. I realized how close I am to reaching my goals." 

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Our 10th annual Maine State Leadership Alliance Day at Hyde School hosts more than 1,700 from across the state.  Given the events in Lewiston, ME last week, Hyde School postponed Leadership Day, and after much outreach from the participating schools we have rescheduled Maine State Leadership Day for Monday, November 6th. These young leaders converge on our campus for a day of leadership workshops and to hear from speakers who play a leading role in Maine business and non-profits, as well as local and state government.  Many Hyde students lead workshops, while others serve as hosts for the day.

Mid-Autumn Festival 2023

On Friday, September 29th, the Mid-Autumn Festival--also referred to as the Full Moon Festival—was celebrated across much of Asia. It has profound cultural significance and is one of the most important holidays, apart from Lunar New Year. At last week’s Thursday School Meeting Mandarin student Kendra '27, along with international students Dazheng “Gyro” '25, Minghao “Alex” '25, Thanh '24, Chiahua “Warren” '26 presented to the community on the history and traditions of the Mid-Autumn Festival.

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Our 10th annual Mains State Leadership Alliance Day at Hyde School hosts more than 1,700 from across the state.  These young leaders converge on our campus for a day of leadership workshops and to hear from speakers who play a leading role in Maine business and non-profits, as well as local and state government.  Many Hyde students lead workshops, while others serve as hosts for the day.

Public speaking kicks off at the Hyde School with the notorious prompt: “Now is the time for all good people to come to the aid of our country”. The weekly school-wide course focuses on skills, techniques, body language, and attitudes that can increase confidence and assertiveness when it comes to owning one's voice.

Click Read More to view an example of one of our students.

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Dear Parents,

As our first school break swiftly approaches, it's hard to believe how quickly time has flown by! To ensure a smooth departure and return process, outlined in this posting are our break procedures for your convenience. Please take a moment to review the information provided below, especially noting the departure days designated for specific sports teams.

Please click the Read More button for a full list of details about Fall Break Transportation.

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